The Best Aperol Margarita Cocktail Recipe

Name: The Best Aperol Margarita Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Mexican, Latin American, American
Ingredients: 2 ounces of Tequila Blanco (see notes); 1 ounce of Aperol; 1/2 ounce of Triple Sec or your favorite Orange Liqueur; 1/2 ounce of Agave Nectar or Simple Syrup; 1 ounce of Fresh Lime Juice; 1 ounce of Fresh Orange Juice.; Lime Wedge; Orange Zest; Lime Zest; Salt; Tajín (optional)

5 steps

Prep:5min

This Aperol Margarita Cocktail Recipe is a refreshing twist on a classic margarita, blending the bitterness of Aperol with fresh citrus and smooth tequila blanco. Lightly sweet with a touch of simple syrup, this cocktail is easy to make with ingredients you likely have in your home bar. This cocktail delivers the best of both worlds — Aperol Spritz and traditional margarita flavors in one glass!

Updated at: Sat, 15 Feb 2025 16:08:52 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories295 kcal (15%)

Total Fat0.2 g (0%)

Carbs34.7 g (13%)

Sugars27.5 g (31%)

Protein1.1 g (2%)

Sodium778.3 mg (39%)

Fiber1.9 g (7%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

1 servings

2 ouncesTequila Blanco

1 ounceAperol

0.5 ounceOrange Liqueur

or your favorite

0.5 ounceAgave Nectar

or Simple Syrup

1 ounceFresh Lime Juice

1 ounceFresh Orange Juice

Instructions

Step 1

GATHER THE INGREDIENTS

Step 2

& PREPARE THE RIM – Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip it into a mix of salt, lime zest, and orange zest for a flavorful salted rim.

Step 3

FILL A SHAKER – Add fresh ice, tequila, aperol, triple sec, fresh lime juice, fresh orange juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker or mason jar. Shake Well – Secure the lid and shake for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.

Step 4

Prepare the glass – Add a large ice cube or fresh ice to your prepared glass. Strain the shaken margarita into the glass over the ice. Garnish – Finish with a lime wheel, lime slice, or orange slice for a fresh, citrusy touch.

Step 5