Fizzy Lime Margaritas

These fizzy lime margaritas with seltzer are crisp, refreshing, and perfect for afternoon sipping! With an effervescent, lighter spin on the classic margarita, these invigorating cocktails are perfect for a moment of relaxation on the patio or to make a pitcher to share with friends.

Making a margarita with seltzer is one of my favorite ways to keep things light and refreshing. It’s less boozy, gently fizzy, and still packed with that classic margarita flavor I love.

Tart lime, good tequila, and bubbly soda water come together into a drink that feels made for summer. I’m just as happy sipping this on my backyard patio as I would be enjoying it on a sunny beach in Mexico.

Tequila selection

A great margarita starts with great tequila! When crafting the perfect margarita, many opt for blanco tequila. Tequila is categorized into three main age groups: blanco (also known as silver), reposado (rested), and añejo (aged). Blanco offers a clean and crisp profile, reposado introduces subtle oak notes for added depth, and añejo boasts rich and complex flavors developed through extended aging.

For margaritas, we recommend blanco tequila! Aim for the best quality tequila within your budget. Popular brands like Patrón, Jose Cuervo, Don Julio, and El Jimador are trusted options. If you’re unsure which tequila to choose, don’t hesitate to seek advice from the knowledgeable staff at your local liquor store.

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Fizzy Lime Margaritas Recipe

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Total: 10 minutes mins

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These fizzy lime margaritas with seltzer are crisp, refreshing, and perfect for afternoon sipping! With an effervescent, lighter spin on the classic margarita, these invigorating cocktails are perfect for a moment of relaxation on the patio or to make a pitcher to share with friends.

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Ingredients

• ▢ 2 ounces tequila
• ▢ 1 ounce fresh lime juice
• ▢ 2 teaspoons agave syrup
• ▢ Bubbly water (to taste (see notes))

Lime Salt

• ▢ ½ teaspoon finely grated lime zest
• ▢ 1 tablespoon sea salt

Instructions 

• Stir the lime zest into the salt and then place the lime salt on a plate. Wet the rim of a glass with a cut piece of lime then roll the wet edge of the glass through the lime salt.
  ½ teaspoon finely grated lime zest, 1 tablespoon sea salt
• Add the tequila, lime juice, and agave over ice in a cocktail shaker or mason jar and shake well.
  2 ounces tequila, 1 ounce fresh lime juice, 2 teaspoons agave syrup
• Pour your margarita into the rimmed glass and top with bubbly water.
  Bubbly water

Notes

Any seltzer, bubbly water, or club soda works in this recipe.

To make this for a party, add 2 cups of tequila, 1 cup of lime juice, and ⅓ cup of agave to a large pitcher with ice. Stir until the agave dissolves then top with soda water.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 margarita, Calories: 200kcal (10%), Carbohydrates: 18g (6%), Protein: 1g (2%), Fat: 1g (2%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 2mg, Potassium: 35mg (1%), Fiber: 1g (4%), Sugar: 14g (16%), Vitamin A: 14IU, Vitamin C: 9mg (11%), Calcium: 4mg, Iron: 1mg (6%)

© Author Kristen Stevens

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