What Alcohol Is Used in Margaritas

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Look, I’ve seen recipes call for vodka in margaritas. I’ve even seen beer-based “margaritas” (looking at you, “beergaritas”). And I’m not here to gatekeep your happiness—if you want to mix vodka, lime, and salt, go for it. But it’s not a margarita. It’s a fuzzy lime drink with an identity crisis. The whole point of a margarita is that agave-forward soul, that earthy bite that makes you feel like you’re on a beach, not in a dentist’s waiting room.

So what alcohol goes in a margarita? 100% agave tequila (blanco or reposado) plus a splash of orange liqueur. That’s your holy trinity. No moonshine, no rum, no mystery spirits from your uncle’s shed. Keep it simple, keep it honest, and your taste buds—and your next morning—will thank you.

A Final, Very Important Side Note

Use fresh lime juice. I cannot stress this enough. The alcohol is the star, but fresh lime is the stage lighting that makes it shine. If you use bottled lime juice, you’re basically throwing your good tequila into a pool of sadness. You deserve better. Your margarita deserves better. Now go forth, pick a decent blanco, and make yourself something that would make Jenna jealous. Cheers.