Best Margarita Recipe (Margarita Pitcher Recipe)

This BEST MARGARITA RECIPE is the only recipe for margaritas you will ever need! This Margarita Pitcher Recipe is perfect for serving a crowd, made with simple and fresh ingredients, and utterly delicious. There has never been a more perfect margarita! We have written the margarita recipe to serve one or as many as 24. 

BEST Margarita Recipe

This Best Margarita Recipe resulted in the quest to find the Perfect Margarita Pitcher Recipe. The hunt for the ultimate Cinco de Mayo drinks and snacks begins early…usually on May 6th of the previous year.

I’m always up for some Tacos and Tequila, and although I have a lot of Margarita Recipes on my site…I’ve never made just a perfect classic margarita that is great for serving a crowd.

I have made everything from a Skinny Margarita to Spicy Blackberry Margarita with SO many tequila recipes in between. Some of my favorites have been our Summer Shandy, Tequila Sunrise, and White Wine Margaritas.

Those recipes are fun, unique, and delicious, but I always crave a classic cocktail. This Best Margarita Recipe is the classic Perfect Margarita Pitcher Recipe I’ve been waiting for. I can’t wait for you to try it!

This Pitcher Margarita recipe is a MUST for every Taco Tuesday celebration. Get your friends together, make some tacos, a pitcher (or 2) of these margaritas, and enjoy! Check the full Taco Night Guide for more tips, ideas, & recipes.

Cheers my Dears

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What is the best tequila for a perfect margarita recipe?

When making margaritas, I always opt for one that isn’t the most expensive, and isn’t the cheapest. You want a quality tequila that is smooth and well made, but there’s no reason to break the bank when you’re not sipping it straight.

For these Pitcher Margaritas we recommend using a Reposado Tequila which is typically smoother than a Blanco or Anejo Tequila. Once we made that change in this recipe, it made all the difference.

How do you make a Cadillac Margarita?

When you order a Cadillac Margarita at a restaurant, that usually means they’re using top shelf liquor. I think they should change the name to Bentley Margarita or something extra snazzy.

What makes this the best Margarita Recipe?

We LOVE this margarita because it tastes fresh, isn’t too sweet, and is made with simple ingredients. It is super smooth, so watch out! It works great as a single serving, or as an entire pitcher. You’re going to love this Best Margarita Recipe!

How many people does this Margarita Pitcher Recipe serve?

We have written the recipe below for just one serving and also for 24 servings in a large pitcher. You decide if it’s worth sharing with friends. This is one I might just keep all to myself.

Are Triple Sec and Cointreau the same thing?

Cointreau is a brand of Triple Sec, so technically yes. Cointreau is a trusted brand from France and their Orange Liqueur is delicious! I find some Triple Sec has a bitter or fake taste, but not Cointreau.

Best Margarita Recipe

Okay, so this is the best of the best when it comes to margaritas. It’s classic, it’s simple, and it makes plenty for a crowd.

As a (self-proclaimed) margarita aficionado, I have tons of really delicious recipes for margaritas around here.

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Margarita Pitcher Recipe

The great thing about this recipe is that you can make as little or as much as you need! If you just want the best margarita for one, we’ve got the exact amount for a single glass.

But if you’re preparing cocktails for a crowd, we’ve listed the ingredient amounts and directions for any size group you have. Whether you’re serving 13, 18, or 24 people, this recipe will work for you. And if you’ve got even more than that, this recipe is easy to double.

So get out the pitchers, prepare this perfect margarita, and watch everyone smile as they sip on this amazing drink!

I realize that’s a lot, but Cinco de Mayo only comes around once a year! SPLURGE a little! If you prefer, try our Mojito Pitcher Recipe.

If you make this Perfect Margarita Recipe, be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave us a rating. Cheers!

Recipe

Best Margarita Recipe – Margarita Pitcher Recipe

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Author: Becky Hardin – The Cookie Rookie

Prep: 5 minutes

Total: 5 minutes

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This BEST MARGARITA RECIPE is the only recipe for margaritas you will ever need! This Perfect Margarita Pitcher Recipe is perfect for serving a crowd, made with simple and fresh ingredients, and utterly delicious. There has never been a more perfect margarita! We have written the margarita recipe to serve one or as many as 24. 

Ingredients

For Individual (One, 4.5 ounce) Serving

• ▢ 1 ounce Cointreau
• ▢ 1 ounce freshly squeezed Lime juice
• ▢ 2 ounces Reposado Tequila 100% pure de Agave Tequila
• ▢ 1/3 ounce 2 tsp Agave syrup I use Tres Agaves, Agave Nectar – organic
• ▢ 1 cup ice

For 13 (4 ounce) servings:

• ▢ 1½ cups Cointreau
• ▢ 1½ cups Freshly squeezed lime juice
• ▢ 3 cups Reposado Tequila
• ▢ ½ cup Agave syrup
• ▢ 12 cups Ice

For 18 (4 ounce) Servings:

• ▢ 2¼ cups Cointreau
• ▢ 2¼ cups Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
• ▢ 4½ cups Reposado Tequila
• ▢ ¾ cup Agave Syrup
• ▢ 1 bag of ice

For 24 (4 ounce) Servings:

• ▢ 3 cups Cointreau
• ▢ 3 cups Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
• ▢ 6 cups Reposado Tequila
• ▢ 1 cup Agave Syrup
• ▢ 1 bag of ice

Instructions

If making for a crowd (13, 18, or 24 servings)

• In 2-quart pitcher, combine all ingredients, except the ice. Keep the margarita mixture refrigerated until ready to serve.
• When ready to serve, rim the glasses with salt (if desired) and fill each with ice.
• Fill a cocktail shaker ¾ of the way with ice. Add enough prepared margarita mixture to the top of the ice. Cover tightly and shake vigorously 10-15 seconds. Pour into prepared glasses and serve immediately. Drain excess water from the shaker. Repeat for the additional servings, adding more ice as needed.
• Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel.
• Enjoy!

For Individual Servings:

• See above if salting the rim of the glass.
• Fill the shaker about halfway with ice and add all other ingredients. Shake vigorously 10-15 seconds.
• Immediately pour into the prepared glass and garnish with a lime wedge or wheel.
• Enjoy!

Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!

Becky’s tips

Note – These margaritas are best made within 8 hours of serving.

Note – The recipe can be easily doubled.

Note – If you want salted glass rims: Cover the bottom of a small plate with margarita salt. Rub the rims of the glasses with a lime wedge, dip the rims in the margarita salt, and set the glasses upright to dry a tad before filling with ice.

Note – These Margaritas are not very sweet. If you would like them sweeter, just add more agave syrup to taste.

Important Note :) – It’s important to shake the margaritas before serving. Add 2-4 servings to a shaker with ice right before serving and repeat for each serving. Makes all the difference. Your guests will thank you!

Nutrition Information

Calories: 254kcal (13%) Carbohydrates: 18g (6%) Sodium: 4mg Sugar: 16g (18%) Vitamin C: 8.5mg (10%)

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