Sparkling Champagne Margarita takes a classic margarita and adds a champagne twist making it perfect for special celebrations like New Year’s or birthdays.
Each holiday season I love to share a new cocktail recipe here. I like to keep it simple but my favorites are often twisted from classic recipes that everyone loves.
This year I thought that adding a “fancy” twist on a classic margarita would be just perfect for our celebrations. Nothing difficult and yet oh so delicious.
Now, a classic margarita usually consists of tequila, orange liquor and lime juice. So this made it really simple, because we are then just topping that off with some champagne.
There’s something about the New Year or other “special” celebrations that seem to call for something bubbly. Not sure what it is – but that fizz is a must!
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Personally, I just love the colors! That golden hue paired with the pop of green from the lime is perfect for a chilly night in to celebrate.
It is certainly far too cold here in North Idaho to do any celebrating outside. I’m what we call a “low-key celebrator” anyway – preferring to stay in with those I love most and keep it chill.
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But we still need something to toast with and this sparkling champagne margarita is the PERFECT way to do that.
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Here are some commonly asked questions
What is Triple Sec and is it necessary for margaritas?
Triple Sec, often called curaçao is basically orange liquor. It is the basis of a perfect margarita. So I definitely encourage adding it. You CAN use orange extract if you can’t find triple sec for this recipe. You can even use fresh orange juice if you wish.
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What type of champagne do you recommend?
Any type of champagne will work. You can even use sparkling wine if that is easier for you to find. I prefer a dryer Brut champagne to balance the sweet and sour of the triple sec and lime juice.
I recommend using an inexpensive Prosecco, like La Marca, in this recipe. Try to avoid any bubbly that would be too sweet (Dulce) or too dry (Extra Brut).
HOW DO YOU MAKE a Sparkling Champagne Margarita?
On the Rocks
- Add the salt mix to the rim of the glass.
- Fill a rocks glass with ice.
- Add the tequila, lime juice, and Triple Sec.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Top with champagne and serve immediately.
Shaken
- Add the salt mix to the rim of the glass.
- Fill a cocktail shaker (or glass jar) with ice.
- Add the tequila, lime juice, and triple sec.
- Shake until chilled– about 30 seconds.
- Strain the shaker into the champagne flute.
- Top with champagne and serve immediately.
How do you rim the glass?
Combine granulated sugar, kosher salt, and lime zest. Before making your drink, dip the rim of the glass in water or lime juice followed by margarita mix.
To make Sparkling Champagne Margaritas you will need…
- tequila
- lime juice
- Triple Sec
- Champagne
Products I love when making sparkling margaritas…
This champagne margarita recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me this time of year, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made homemade cocktails before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love this recipe. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this drink.
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Sparkling Champagne Margarita
Ingredients
- 1 ounce tequila
- ½ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ ounce Triple Sec
- Champagne enough to fill the glass (about ¼ cup)
homemade margarita mix
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp of lime zest
Instructions
On the Rocks
- Add the salt/sugar mixture to the rim of the glass.
- Fill a rocks glass with ice.
- Add the tequila, lime juice, and Triple Sec.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Top with champagne and serve immediately.
Shaken
- Add the salt/sugar mixture to the rim of the glass.
- Fill a cocktail shaker (or glass jar) with ice.
- Add the tequila, lime juice, and triple sec.
- Shake until chilled– about 30 seconds.
- Strain the shaker into the champagne flute.
- Top with champagne and serve immediately.
Notes
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