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Two cara cara margaritas on a silver platter with orange flowers and Cara Cara slices to the side.
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Cara Cara Margarita

Let's celebrate winter citrus season in the best way possible -- with this Cara Cara margarita! Made with freshly squeezed Cara Cara orange juice, this winter citrus margarita balances the perfect sweet and tart combination for one refreshing cocktail. You'll want to sip on this tasty little number all season long.
Course Beverage
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 drink
Calories 278kcal
Author Amanda McGrory-Dixon

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or small measuring cup
  • Citrus juicer

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces tequila preferably reposado
  • 2 ounces freshly squeezed Cara Cara orange juice
  • 1 ounce orange liqueur preferably Grand Marnier or Cointreau
  • 1 ounce simple syrup (see note)
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice about 1 lime juiced
  • Ice
  • Coarse sea salt for garnish, optional
  • Additional lime and Cara Cara orange slices for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • In a cocktail shaker, add the tequila, Cara Cara orange juice, orange liqueur, simple syrup, lime juice and a handful of ice. Put on the top and shake until cold, about 30 seconds. 
  • If desired, pour sea salt onto a small plate. Moisten the rim of the serving glass with an extra lime slice and then swirl the rim in the salt. 
  • Strain the margarita into an ice-filled serving glass. Garnish with additional lime and Cara Cara orange slices. Enjoy!

Notes

  • If you prefer a more tart margarita, you can leave out the simple syrup. I like the touch of sweetness and think it rounds out the flavors. 
  • Before juicing, roll the lime firmly under the palm of your hand a few times and use a handheld juicer to get as much lime juice as possible.
  • To make enough for a 12-serving pitcher, you'll want 3 cups tequila, 3 cups Cara Cara juice, 1 ½ cups orange liqueur, 1 ½ cups simple syrup and 1 ½ cups lime juice (or 12 limes). 
  • Need a different serving amount? The calculation is easy: Calculate the ounces by the number of servings, and then divide by eight. That will give you the cup equivalent. 
  • For full tips, please see blog post.
  • Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drink | Calories: 278kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 17g