Aperol Margarita Recipe – Italian Special
Craving something fresh with a bold punch? This Aperol Margarita recipe offers a delightful cocktail twist that blends the spicy warmth of tequila with the bitter-sweet bite of Aperol. Combined with freshly squeezed lime and orange, it becomes a citrus-blend masterpiece—the perfect tequila drink to wow guests or unwind with after work. If you love drinks that balance tart, bitter, and fruity flavors, this happy hour favorite is a must-try.
- Prep Time5 min
- Cook Time5 min
- Total Time10 min
Aperol Margarita Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 oz tequila (preferably blanco)
- 1 oz Aperol
- 1 oz lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 oz triple sec (or orange liqueur)
- 1/2 oz agave syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Salt or sugar (for rimming the glass)
- Lime wedge (for garnish)
How to make Aperol Margarita:
Prepare the glass:Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a glass and dip it into salt or sugar to coat.
Mix the drink:In a cocktail shaker, add tequila, Aperol, lime juice, triple sec, and agave syrup (if using). Fill the shaker with ice and shake well for about 15 seconds.
Serve:Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wedge.
Recipe Notes :
Ingredient Substitutions: If you don’t have Aperol, try swapping it with another orange-bitter liqueur like Campari or a milder amaro. For sweetness, agave syrup works well in place of simple syrup or orange juice concentrate.
Adjustment Tips: Prefer more limey tang? Increase lime juice slightly. If the bitterness of Aperol is too strong, add a splash more orange juice or a pinch of simple syrup to balance.
Serving Suggestions: Serve over fresh ice in a salt-rimmed glass for a classic presentation. A margarita or rocks glass works beautifully.
Glassware Choice: Use a wide rim glass (like a coupe or margarita glass) to highlight garnish and make sipping more aromatic. Alternatively, a rocks glass adds a casual feel.
Garnish Ideas: Try a lime wheel or orange slice on the rim. A twist of orange peel adds aroma. For flair, a salted or zesty rim (lime + orange zest) enhances flavor and appearance.
