Tajín Margaritas are a classic, fresh squeezed Lime margarita with a Tajín rim around the glass. This drink combines smoky flavors from the chiles in the Tajín with fresh citrus and it's absolutely incredible! Plus, these easy cocktails are ready in 10 minutes.
Cinco de Mayo is almost here and I can't think of a better drink to pair with tacos. There's nothing more delicious than a classic margarita with fresh squeezed lime juice.
These cocktails are also a great fit for Taco Tuesday or any Spring or Summer party! If you love easy margarita recipes, try these Frozen Strawberry Lime Margaritas and Pineapple Jalapeño Margaritas too.
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Why You'll Love This Drink Recipe:
- Easy to Make. It's so simple to whip these up!
- Simple Ingredients. It is only a few ingredients.
- Little Prep Work. These take minimal effort and only take 10 minutes to make for a seriously delicious cocktail.
- Great for a Group. These margaritas are great for a party. Double or triple the recipe and whip up another batch when guests need a refill. I highly suggest squeezing several limes before the party to avoid mess and save on time.
For Mexican Appetizers to pair with these Margaritas, try this Mexican Street Corn Dip, Vegetarian Nachos and Rajas con Crema.
Ingredients:
Tajín- A smoky, salty seasoning that combines Chile and lime. It's not spicy and pairs really well with citrus. It's used in this margarita for the rim and brings in a ton of flavor.
Fresh Lime Juice- For a fresh citrus flavor & used to garnish the margarita glasses.
Tequila- Classic liquor used in Margaritas. I recommend Casamigos Blanco or Patron Silver. I like to go with a higher quality liquor because it does make a difference in taste.
Grand Marnier- Liquor that brings in an orange citrus taste.
Simple Syrup- For additional sweetness.
Jalapeño-Frozen solid and shaved over the top of the margarita to provide just a touch of spice.
You will also need a few cups of ice, so have that handy.
*Full recipe ingredients and quantities can be found in the recipe card below.
Substitutions and Variations:
If you don't like sweetness, you can leave out the simple syrup. I don't think it adds much sweetness and it does cut down on the tart lime juice, but it's up to you.
For a classic margarita rim, substitute the Tajín with salt.
If you don't like any spice, leave off the jalapeño dust.
I do NOT recommend imitation lime juice.
How to Make Tajín Margaritas (Step by Step Instructions):
Step 1: Grab two margarita glasses, or cocktail glasses, and two small plates: the first plate will have 1-2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, and the second will have 1 tablespoon of Tajín seasoning. Spread the Tajín seasoning out into a small circle. Set the entire glass rim into the lime juice, rolling around to coat the entire glass. Keep the glass upside down and dip the lime juice coated rim right into the Tajín seasoning. Repeat with the second glass and set aside.
Step 2: Freshly squeeze the lime juice into a pyrex dish or bowl.
Step 3: Fill a cocktail shaker half way full with ice. Pour in lime juice, grand marnier, tequila, and simple syrup. Shake to combine.
Step 4: Carefully fill each glass ¾ full with ice, without touching the Tajín rim. Pour margarita over the ice. Top with lime wedge. Optional: Using a microplane, zest the frozen jalapeño over the tops of the glasses. Use just a dusting for flavor so it's not overpowering and too spicy. Serve and enjoy!
Expert Tips:
- Make sure to cover the rim of the glass entirely with lime juice or the Tajín will not stick well.
- The Jalapeño needs to be in the freezer for several hours before it will shave into almost dust on the microplane zester. If it doesn't fall off the bottom of the zester, it's not frozen enough. If this happens, just stir a bit of it into the cocktail.
- Serve these margaritas right away to avoid the ice melting.
- These cocktails are strong, so make sure you or guests drink responsibly. There is no sour mix in the ingredients and everything is fresh, with a significant amount of alcohol. They also don't taste that strong because of the lime juice, which can be misleading.
Looking for dinner recipes to serve with Margaritas? Try these Baked Chicken Tacos, Crockpot Chicken Enchiladas, Baja Shrimp Tacos, or Chicken Fajita Wraps.
Recipe FAQs:
Absolutely! It provides a nice salty smoky and citrus taste in cocktails. I prefer it around the rim for a big flavor boost. Coat the rim or side of the glass with lime juice, then dip it into Tajín.
No. It has a more smoky taste from the chiles and it's paired with lime and salt.
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Recipe
Tajin Margarita
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 cocktails 1x
Description
Tajín Margaritas are a classic, fresh squeezed Lime margarita with a Tajín rim around the glass. It combines smoky flavors from the chiles in the Tajín with fresh citrus and it's absolutely incredible! Plus, these easy cocktails are ready in 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Margaritas:
- 4 ounces fresh lime juice (2-3 limes)
- 1 ounce Grand Marnier
- 3 ounces Tequila (Casamigos Blanco or Patron Silver preferred)
- 2 ounces Simple Syrup
- 3 cups of crushed ice
Tajin Rim and Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon Tajin Seasoning
- 1-2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 lime wedges
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon of frozen Jalapeño shaving, shaved on microplane (Freeze a whole jalapeño for 3-4 hours or overnight for the best texture)
Instructions
- Grab two margarita glasses, or cocktail glasses, and two small plates: the first plate will have 1-2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, and the second will have 1 tablespoon of Tajín seasoning. Spread the Tajín seasoning out into a small circle. Set the entire rim into the lime juice, rolling around to coat the entire glass. Keep the glass upside down and dip the lime juice coated rim right into the Tajín seasoning. Repeat with the second glass and set aside.
- Freshly squeeze the lime juice into a pyrex dish or bowl.
- Fill a cocktail shaker half way full with ice. Pour in lime juice, grand marnier, tequila, simple syrup. Shake to combine.
- Carefully fill each glass ¾ full with ice, without touching the Tajín rim. Pour margarita over the ice. Top with lime wedge. Optional: Using a microplane, zest the frozen jalapeño over the tops of the glasses. Use just a dusting for flavor so it's not overpowering and too spicy. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure to cover the rim of the glass entirely with lime juice or the Tajín will not stick well.
- The Jalapeño needs to be in the freezer for several hours before it will shave into almost dust on the microplane zester. If it doesn't fall off the bottom of the zester, it's not frozen enough. If this happens, just stir a bit of it into the cocktail.
- Serve these margaritas right away to avoid the ice melting.
- These cocktails are strong, so make sure you or guests drink responsibly. There is no sour mix in the ingredients and everything is fresh, with a significant amount of alcohol. They also don't taste that strong because of the lime juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: cocktails
- Method: shaken
- Cuisine: Mexican
Holly
These are so good from the fresh lime juice & tajin! Love them!
Tara Smithson
I love the flavors too. Thanks so much for the review!