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Fresh Margarita Mix

Bright, authentic homemade margarita mix made with fresh lime and lemon juice, agave nectar, and water. Easy to prepare and perfect for cocktails, mocktails, and glazes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 1/4 cup serving
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup fresh lime juice approximately 6 to 8 medium limes
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice approximately 3 to 4 medium lemons
  • 1/2 cup agave nectar or simple syrup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt optional
  • 4 to 5 fresh cilantro sprigs optional, for infusion

Equipment

  • Citrus juicer or hand juicer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Glass pitcher or jar
  • Strainer or fine mesh sieve
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Wooden spoon or cocktail stirrer
  • Labels and marker for storage

Method
 

  1. Roll limes and lemons on a countertop for 30 seconds to soften and increase juice yield.
  2. Halve the limes and juice them with a citrus juicer until you have 1 cup of fresh juice.
  3. Halve the lemons and juice them with a citrus juicer until you have 1/2 cup of fresh juice.
  4. Strain the combined lime and lemon juice through a fine-mesh sieve into a glass pitcher to remove pulp and seeds.
  5. Add 1/2 cup agave nectar, 1/2 cup water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to the strained juice.
  6. Whisk the mixture for 30 seconds until the agave dissolves completely and the liquid is smooth.
  7. Optionally, gently crush 4 to 5 cilantro sprigs and immerse them in the mix; let infuse for 30 to 45 minutes, then remove the cilantro.
  8. Taste the mix and adjust sweetness or acidity by adding up to 2 tablespoons more agave or a squeeze of fresh lime juice as needed.
  9. Transfer the finished mix into an airtight glass container, label with the date, and refrigerate for up to two weeks.

Notes

Store in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks; shake or stir before using.