How much margarita mix for a party

Taste and add more of the orange liqueur if you think your margaritas need more sweet oranginess to balance the other flavors. Remember, you're tasting it warm and undiluted: when chilled and diluted, the flavors will be mellower and the lime's tartness will be more compelling tangy, warm champagne is not nearly as inviting as ice-cold. Pour several tablespoons of lime juice onto one small plate, several tablespoons coarse salt onto another. Have martini glasses at hand for an extra special touch, you can chill them.

I like the 5-ounce size, since that size drink will stay cold from first sip to last. As your guests ask for their margaritas, invert a glass into the plate with the lime juice to moisten the rim, then lightly dip into the plate with the salt. If you have a 2-ounce ladle that you can keep in the pitcher, measuring goes much faster. Add ice cubes I put in 5 cubes for 1, 8 for 2, and 10 for 3.

Secure the lid and top and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds. Strain into the salt-crusted glasses and hand off to the lucky recipients. Each week, The Splendid Table brings you stories that expand your world view, inspire you to try something new and show how food brings us together.

We rely on you to do this. And, when you donate, you'll become a member of The Splendid Table Co-op. UPDATE: I make simple syrup 1 part water to one part sugar, heated until combined, then cooled instead of "sweetened lime juice", because I don't really know what that is! Use only 1 cup of tequila! Yikes, I can't imagine them with 2!

So good and easy to make! So I used lime juice in a bottle and they still tasted SO much better than the bottled margarita mix! I will definitely use this recipe again and make sure to use fresh lime juice! I really needed an idea of where to start with the measuring proration for a pitcher. This is a good base but was a little strong for my taste.

This is a basic margarita recipe and is very good. Using high quality triple sec such as cointreau will make it alot better. Anyone who says it is too strong is likely using cheap tequila! Such as Jose Cuervo Read More. I may add some cointreau next time. All Reviews for Pitcher Perfect Margaritas. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Amount is based on available nutrient data. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. All Reviews. Such as Jose Cuervo. Back to Recipe Review this recipe. Add Photo. What did you think about this recipe? Simple Syrup To Taste. This ingredient shopping module is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page.

You may be able to find more information about this and similar content on their web site. Note: If making one drink, super fine sugar can work in a pinch in place of simple syrup. Just be sure to stir well to fully dissolve sugar. For one margarita: If you like a salt-rimmed glass, moisten the rim of your glass with a lime wedge. Then turn the glass over and dip into a small plate of coarse salt. Pour tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice into glass.

Add simple syrup, according to your preference of sweetness. I usually add about 1 teaspoon per drink. Give the drink a quick stir and then fill glass with ice. Squeeze a wedge or two of fresh lime over the top and then add the wedges to the drink. Promptly enjoy! For a crowd: Prepare simple syrup up to a day in advance and let it chill in the refrigerator. About 1 hour before guests are to arrive, measure tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice into a small pitcher.

Give it a stir and then place in the refrigerator to chill. As you are creating margaritas for individual guests, moisten the rim of each glass with a lime wedge and then dip rims in a small plate of coarse salt, for those who prefer a salt-crusted rim.

Fill with ice almost to the top of each glass, and then squeeze another small lime wedge over the top of each drink for those who like a little extra pucker. Hand off to your guests to enjoy. For the simple syrup: Simple syrup is so easy to make, and takes only about 5 minutes!