This post has been sponsored by Powell & Mahoney. All opinions are my own. 

I think we can all agree that there is nothing more refreshing than a fruity margarita recipe when it is 90 F. degrees outside. I have always been a big fan of Pineapple Margaritas and Strawberry Basil Margaritas, but having just come back from a blueberry picking session, I have so much of them, so we are making Blueberry Margaritas on the regular.

Blueberry margaritas garnished with blueberries and lime

In this post, I will show you my foolproof method for making this blueberry tequila drink in two different ways: On the rocks and frozen. Plus, below, you will find my tips and tricks to serve it to a crowd, along with a few ways to switch it up and take your margarita game to the next level.

Ingredients:

The ingredient list for a classic blueberry margarita recipe is no different than any other margarita recipe, and it includes (for one serving):

  • 2 parts tequila Blanco
  • 1 part triple sec or orange liquor
  • 1 part honey simple syrup (or regular simple syrup)
  • ½ part fresh lime juice
  • 2 parts blueberry puree (or any other fruit puree of your choice)

If you are making this for a small crowd, say 3-5 people, following this formula will yield great results. But what if you are making it for a crowd, say 30+ people?

Cocktail mixers for making blueberry margarita cocktail

That is where my friends at Powell & Mahoney come to our rescue. Their margarita mixes are truly superior to any other margarita mixes in the market. They are made without the use of artificial flavors or preservatives. Instead, they use non-GMO ingredients like lime juice, cane sugar, and organic agave syrup.

Plus, they offer a variety of options. In this blueberry cocktail recipe, I chose to use their Skinny Margarita Mix, but I always keep a few bottles of their Classic Margarita Mix in my bar cart. 

Using one of these margarita mixes, you can make this blueberry margarita recipe in less than 5 minutes regardless of the number of people you are serving it to.

The following is my recipe for one serving. Feel free to multiply it as you please.

  • 1 part Tequila Blanco
  • ½ part triple sec or orange liquor
  • 1 part of blueberry puree
  • 2 parts of Powell & Mahoney Margarita Mix
  • A squeeze of Lime Juice

Ways to incorporate blueberry flavor into the recipe:

As promised, I will show you how to make blueberry margaritas in two ways, but before then, I will show you a few ways to incorporate fresh blueberries into your margaritas.

  • Mashed blueberries: Place a handful of fresh blueberries into a cup and muddle until they are softened. I usually prefer leaving chunks of blueberries and using it as it is, but you can strain it if you want.
  • Make your own blueberry puree: I prefer this method, especially if I serve blueberry margaritas to a crowd. Simply put two cups of fresh blueberries in a blender with two tablespoons of lime (or lemon juice) and a tablespoon of honey syrup and blend until smooth. If you want to know more about making blueberry puree at home, be sure to check out my blueberry puree recipe.
  • Blueberry Juice: Using a store-bought blueberry juice is probably the quickest way, but I am not a big fan as most juices are packed with artificial sweeteners. But if you are in a pinch, it would still work.

How to make it?

As it is with any margarita recipe, you can make this blueberry cocktail recipe in two ways. 

While it is optional, I love coarse salt on the rim of my glass. In my version here, I added a little bit of lime zest to freshen it up. 

Person showing how to rim the glass with salt and lime zest

If you prefer to follow in my footsteps, mix together salt and lime zest on a small flat plate and wet the sides of a margarita glass with a wedge of lime. Rim the glass in the salt mixture.

To Make Blueberry Margaritas On The Rocks:

Person showing how to make blueberry margaritas on the rocks step by step photos
  1. Fill a jar (or cocktail shaker) with ice cubes. 
  2. Add in blueberry puree, tequila, triple sec, and your choice of Powell & Mahoney margarita mix. 
  3. Give it a shake for 15 seconds and pour into a salt-rimmed glass filled with ice. Garnish with a handful of blueberries and a lime wedge. Serve right away.

To Make Frozen Blueberry Margaritas:

Frozen blueberry margaritas garnished with blueberries
  1. Place frozen blueberries, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, Powell & Mahoney Classic or Skinny Margarita Mix, and ice in the bowl of a blender. 
  2. Blend on medium speed until smooth, 45-50 seconds. 
  3. Pour into the salt-rimmed and garnish with fresh blueberries before serving.

Pro Tip: If you do not have frozen blueberries, you can blend fresh blueberries with ice. You may have to blend them longer, but it would still work.

Variations:

  • Blueberry Basil Margaritas: Adding a handful of fresh basil leaves can easily brighten this blueberry alcohol drink. Alternatively, you can switch it up and add in fresh mint leaves as well.
  • Pomegranate Blueberry Margaritas: Instead of using blueberry puree, you can muddle blueberries and add in a splash of pomegranate juice for additional flavor and color.
  • Blueberry Lemonade Margarita: Use lemon juice instead of lime juice.
Person garnishing blueberry puree cocktail with blueberries

Helpful Tips:

  • Keep your margarita glasses in the freezer until you are ready to serve: I always keep a few beer and margarita glasses in my freezer. I think any (cold) beverage served in a cold glass tastes better.
  • Want to make this a non-alcoholic beverage? Simply omit tequila and triple sec and add a little bit more blueberry juice or puree.

Other Margarita Recipes You Might Like:

Blueberry Margaritas Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Yields1 serving
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Blueberry Margaritas made two ways: On The Rocks & Frozen. Learn to make the best blueberry margaritas made from homemade blueberry puree for the most fresh blueberry taste.

Ingredients 

For The Rim:

  • 2 tablespoons of kosher salt
  • Zest of a lime
  • A wedge of lime

Blueberry Puree*:

  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

On The Rocks:

  • 1 cup Ice
  • 2 ounces of blueberry puree, recipe follows
  • 2 ounces of tequila blanco
  • 1 oz. triple sec or orange liquor
  • 4 ounces of Powell & Mahoney Classic Margarita Mix
  • A squeeze of lime juice
  • A handful of fresh blueberries as garnish

Frozen:

  • 1 cup frozen blueberries, no need to thaw
  • 2 ounces of tequila blanco
  • 1 oz. triple sec or orange liquor
  • 4 ounces of Powell & Mahoney Classic Margarita Mix
  • A squeeze of lime juice
  • ½ cup ice
  • A squeeze of lime juice
  • A handful of fresh blueberries as garnish

Instructions 

  • For the rim: Mix together salt and lime zest on a small flat plate. Wet the sides of a margarita glass with a wedge of lime. Rim the glass in the salt mixture. Set it aside.
  • To make the blueberry puree, place blueberries and lime juice in a blender and blend until smooth. Place it in a jar and set it aside.
  • To make Blueberry Margarita on The Rocks: Fill a jar (or cocktail shaker) with 4-5 ice cubes. Add in blueberry puree, tequila, triple sec and Powell & Mahoney Classic or Skinny Margarita Mix. Put the lid on and shake for 15 seconds. Fill the reserved margarita glass with ice and pour the mixture over. Squeeze a small wedge of lime, garnish with blueberries and serve.
  • To make Frozen Blueberry Margaritas: Place frozen blueberries, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, Powell & Mahoney Classic or Skinny Margarita Mix, and ice in the bowl of a blender. Blend on medium speed until smooth, 45-50 seconds. Pour into a salt-rimmed margarita glass and garnish with fresh blueberries before serving.

Video

Notes

Don’t have margarita mix? Follow my formula for one serving below:
  • 2 parts tequila Blanco
  • 1 part triple sec or orange liquor
  • 1 part honey simple syrup (or regular simple syrup)
  • ½ part fresh lime juice
  • 2 parts blueberry puree (or any other fruit puree of your choice)
This recipe makes more blueberry puree than needed to make one serving. You can either use it to make more Blueberry margaritas or use it in other recipes.
If you do not have frozen blueberries, you can blend fresh blueberries with ice. You may have to blend them longer, but it would still work.
Keep your margarita glasses in the freezer until you are ready to serve: I always keep a few beer and margarita glasses in my freezer. I think any (cold) beverage served in a cold glass tastes better.
Want to make this a non-alcoholic beverage? Simply omit tequila and triple sec and add a little bit more blueberry juice or puree.

Nutrition

Calories: 482kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 281mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 48g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Alcoholic Drink / Cocktail
Cuisine: Mexican
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