Description
This vibrant Passion Fruit Margarita blends the tangy sweetness of fresh passion fruit with the citrusy brightness of lime and the smooth depth of your favorite spirit. Perfectly balanced with Cointreau and optionally enhanced with agave syrup and smoky mezcal, it offers a refreshing and exotic twist on the classic margarita. The chili salt rim adds a spicy kick to complement the fruity flavors, making it an ideal cocktail for summer evenings or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cocktail
- 2 ounces smooth, flavorful spirit (such as tequila or blanco tequila)
- 1 ounce Cointreau or triple sec
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce passion fruit purée
- Pulp of half a passion fruit
- Ice
- Optional: ½ ounce agave syrup (1 tablespoon) for extra sweetness
- Optional: ½ ounce mezcal (1 tablespoon) for smoky flavor
For the Glass Rim
- Lime wedge
- Chili salt, flaky sea salt, or TajÃn (for rimming)
Garnish
- Passion fruit slice
- Edible flower (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass Rim: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your serving glass to moisten it, then carefully dip the rim into chili salt, flaky sea salt, or TajÃn to coat it evenly. Set the glass aside to let the rim set while you prepare the cocktail.
- Mix the Drink: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice to chill the ingredients properly. Add your chosen spirit, Cointreau or triple sec, fresh lime juice, passion fruit purée, and, if desired, agave syrup for sweetness and mezcal for a smoky flavor. These optional additions help customize the cocktail to your taste.
- Shake the Cocktail: Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the shaker feels very cold to the touch, ensuring all ingredients are well combined and chilled.
- Assemble the Drink: Fill your prepared rimmed glass with fresh ice and spoon in the pulp of half a passion fruit to enhance texture and flavor. Strain the shaken cocktail mixture over the ice and passion fruit pulp in the glass.
- Garnish and Serve: Add a slice of passion fruit and an edible flower on top as an attractive garnish that enhances the tropical presentation. Serve immediately to enjoy the cocktail at its freshest and most vibrant.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for best flavor; bottled lime juice can affect the cocktail’s brightness.
- Adjust sweetness by adding or omitting agave syrup according to your taste preference.
- Mezcal adds a smoky depth but can be omitted for a sweeter, more traditional margarita flavor.
- Chilling the shaker and using plenty of ice ensures a well-balanced and cooling drink.
- This recipe is perfect for a single serving; scale proportions accordingly for larger gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Mexican
