Pomegranate Margarita

When is it ever not margarita season! A pitcher of strawberry margaritas helps to kick off spring, while blended mango margs could be whipped up at any time of the year. But when the temperature starts to cool off and we start thinking of our favorite fall recipes, our margarita taste changes too. Enter: the pomegranate margarita. With its fruity, almost cranberry-like flavor, sweetened with a hint of maple syrup, its the perfect cocktail to conquer the fall margarita craving. 

What type of tequila should I use for a margarita?

Silver tequila or tequila blanco works best for this fruity, tangy pomegranate margarita, but you can definitely use gold or reposado tequila if that's what you prefer. Tequila anejo, which has been aged in oak for an extended period, may have stronger flavors that distract from the brightness of the pomegranate and lime.

Is triple sec necessary for margaritas?

Triple sec is one of the unsung heroes of mixology. Most often it supports the other elements of a drink with its hint of orange flavors—both fresh juice and bitter peel—and slight sweetness. Triple sec has a slight viscosity that gives cocktails a pleasant texture and helps smooth out some of the sharpness of higher proof alcohols.

What ingredients are in a pomegranate margarita?

A combination of pomegranate juice and lime juice gives this margarita its fruit forward and tart flavor. Triple sec helps to round out the drink with hint of bitter orange sweetness. Maple syrup takes the edge off of the acidic lime juice and gives this marg a fall coziness with its toasty, caramelized sugar notes. However, you can absolutely use simple syrup, agave syrup or even honey to help balance the drink.