Description

Strawberry Rhubarb Margaritas are a perfect celebration of summer! They’re made with an infused simple syrup, tequila (or mezcal) and some fresh orange juice. Easily made nonalcoholic as well!

Ingredients

Scale

For the strawberry rhubarb simple syrup (makes extra):

3 cups (12 oz) sliced rhubarb (no need to peel)
1/3 cup agave syrup (or maple syrup)
1/2 cup sliced strawberries
Pinch of salt

For the margaritas:

2 oz (1/4 cup) orange juice*
2 oz rhubarb syrup (outlined above)
1 1/2 oz tequila**
1 oz orange liqueur, like Cointreau or Grand Marnier)

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Instructions

Begin by preparing simple syrup. Add rhubarb, agave, strawberries, and salt to a small pan over medium heat. Pour 1 cup of water over everything and bring it to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, until rhubarb pieces have softened and are very stringy.
Carefully pour mixture into a fine mesh strainer, collecting the syrup in a jar underneath. You may need to press on the rhubarb a bit to ensure all of the liquid is squeezed out. Reserve fruit pulp for use in another recipe, like waffles or muffins. Set jarred syrup aside (you will have plenty left over).
To an ice-filled cocktail shaker, add orange juice, 2 oz rhubarb syrup, tequila, and orange liqueur. Shake for 20 seconds, until chilled. Strain into an ice-filled glass and garnish with fruit as desired.

Notes

* Feel free to substitute lime juice for a more traditional margarita.

**Mezcal can be used in place of tequila if you like a smokier flavor. Substitute sparkling water for an alcohol-free version.

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Drink
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cocktail
Calories: 254 calories
Sugar: 23.3 grams
Sodium: 2.2 milligrams
Fat: 0.2 grams
Saturated Fat: 0 grams
Unsaturated Fat: 0 grams
Trans Fat: 0 grams
Carbohydrates: 27.3 grams
Fiber: 0.2 grams
Protein: 0.5 grams
Cholesterol: 0 milligrams

Keywords: margarita, cocktail, rhubarb, strawberry, summer, drink