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Margarita Slush

A refreshing frozen margarita slush made with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec that stays perfectly slushy straight from the freezer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Cocktails and Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 1/2 cups silver tequila
  • 3/4 cup fresh lime juice from 6 to 8 limes
  • 1/2 cup triple sec or Cointreau liqueur
  • 1/2 cup simple syrup or agave nectar
  • 4 cups ice cubes or crushed ice
  • Sea salt for rimming glasses
  • Lime wedges for garnish

Equipment

  • large freezer-safe pitcher or container with lid
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • whisk or fork for stirring
  • Tall drinking glasses
  • Bar spoon or long spoon
  • rimmer plate or shallow dish

Method
 

  1. Pour 1 1/2 cups silver tequila and 3/4 cup triple sec into a large freezer-safe pitcher.
  2. Add 3/4 cup fresh lime juice and stir to combine.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup simple syrup or agave nectar until evenly mixed.
  4. Add 4 cups ice cubes to the pitcher.
  5. Use a whisk or fork to stir for 2 to 3 minutes, breaking up the ice.
  6. Cover the pitcher and freeze for at least 4 hours.
  7. Wet the rims of glasses with a lime wedge and dip in sea salt to rim.
  8. Stir the frozen mixture for 30 seconds to loosen it, then scoop into salt-rimmed glasses.
  9. Garnish each glass with a lime wedge and serve immediately.

Notes

Stir the frozen mixture for 30 seconds before scooping to achieve the optimal slushy consistency.