It adds a little flavor to the margarita that’s fun, bright and pretty. Prepare to be impressed by the simple but delightful addition of a citrus salt rim.

I don’t have a recipe for it, but a strawberry simple syrup would also be great. But agave, simple syrup and regular sugar are all delicious. I love using my local honey especially when making it non-alcoholic. Double the recipe so it is easier to blend. If using frozen, you could also make a frozen margarita instead. Frozen fruit can be a little flavorless, but if using let them sit out for a few minutes with a sprinkle of sugar. In order for this cocktail to taste as delicious as intended, I would use fresh, small, very ripe strawberries. But you can use store bought as a substitute of course & add your own citrus zest! Some people even love to use sugar. My homemade citrus salt is fun to make when you have extra time. Home Cook’s Notes Can I use store bought margarita salt? Skip the tequila, make sure to use that splash of OJ and top your drink with club soda. Non-alcoholic drinks are on the rise and as someone who doesn’t frequently drink, but wants something nice to hold, I love this. However, if you prefer a more traditional approach, substituting 1oz of triple sec, grand mariner or your favorite orange liquer for the OJ. So this is a great option for if that happens to you. And I swear every time I go to make a marg, I don’t have triple sec. I find it’s a little bit less sweet, and is a great addition to the strawberry. While it may not be a “classic” margarita without triple sec, I love to use a little more tequila and the juice of an orange. There are plenty of options to make this drink to your preferences. Do it justice by grabbing some beautiful in season strawberries (local if you can find them!). Skip that 1800 strawberry margarita pre-mix & make this. The citrus salt rim is a pretty and refreshing touch with every little sip. Bursting with the sweetness of ripe strawberries and tangy citrus, this subtly sweet cocktail is a great way to welcome warmer days. This twist on the classic margarita is the perfect, easy-to-make cocktail for summer. Strawberry margarita on the rocks with fresh lime juice.

Strawberry lime margarita