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    Kelly Neil » Recipes » Drinks

    Raspberry Margarita Mocktail

    Published: May 2, 2023 by Kelly Neil · Leave a Comment

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    This raspberry margarita mocktail is a fruity non-alcoholic spin on the classic margarita that's as beautiful as it is refreshing!
    Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
    Total Time: 5 minutes mins
    A raspberry margarita Mocktail sitting on three round marble coasters. The glass is filled with ice and has a salted rim and a lime wheel for garnish. The margarita itself is a vibrant rich red color and two limes sit nearby on the counter.

    I love love love margaritas, but sometimes I need a non-alcoholic alternative that packs a flavorful punch. I don’t always want to drink water! This vibrant and refreshing raspberry margarita mocktail has quickly become one of my go-to’s. It’s basically the perfect way to enjoy the classic margarita flavor without alcohol.

    One of my favorite things about this recipe is that it’s so easy. If you have fresh or frozen raspberries and a couple of limes, you’re good to go! I keep a batch of basic simple syrup in my fridge at all times. It’s super quick to make and keeps for about a month. Also, I use fresh squeezed orange juice in this recipe but you can use store-bought if you want.

    This may be a dumb thing to do, but I’m going to go ahead and promise you that you won’t miss the tequila!😅 And if you’re looking for another non-alcoholic option, be sure to check out my Paloma mocktail recipe – it’s a fantastic choice for those hot summer days when you want to sip on something light and refreshing.

    Jump to:
    • 💞 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
    • 📋 Ingredients For A Raspberry Margarita Mocktail
    • 👩‍🍳 How To Make A Raspberry Margarita Mocktail
    • 🗣 Expert Tips
    • 📝 Recipe Notes
    • 🖨 Recipe

    💞 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    ✔️ It’s a great non-alcoholic option for people of all ages.
    ✔️ It’s easy to make. Just muddle, shake, and pour.
    ✔️ It’s so freakin’ pretty!

    📋 Ingredients For A Raspberry Margarita Mocktail

    • Raspberries—You can use fresh or frozen thawed raspberries.
    • Lime Juice—Freshly squeezed lime juice is the best option here. In a pinch, you can use bottled but it will not taste the same.
    • Basic Simple Syrup—Simple syrup adds a beautiful light sweetness that balances the tartness of the raspberries and lime. I have a post called How To Make Basic And Rich Simple Syrups if you want to make your own. It’s much cheaper than buying it at the store!
    • Orange Juice—I find adding a touch of orange juice helps balance out the lime. It just rounds out the overall flavor. Freshly squeezed is best.
    • Coarse Salt—Using salt on the rim of your drink is optional, but it really adds a gorgeous contrasting savory touch. I highly recommend using it!

    Use the JUMP TO RECIPE button at the top of this post, or scroll to the bottom of the post, to see the PRINTABLE recipe card with ingredient measurements and complete instructions.

    👩‍🍳 How To Make A Raspberry Margarita Mocktail

    STEP 1—Use a piece of lime to moisten the rim of a rocks glass. Dip the rim in coarse salt and set aside.

    STEP 2—Place the raspberries and lime juice in a large mason jar or a cocktail shaker if you have one. Muddle (gently crush) the raspberries until they are completely squished. If you don’t have a muddler, use the end of a wooden spoon.

    Process shots to make raspberry margarita Mocktail.

    STEP 3—Add the simple syrup and orange juice to the jar and then fill with ice.

    STEP 4—Secure the lid tightly on the jar and shake as hard as you can for about 20 seconds. Pour or strain over fresh ice into the prepared glass.

    🗣 Expert Tips

    1. If your mocktail is too thick, add a bit more lime juice, orange juice, or even a splash of water to thin it out.
    2. For a frozen option, skip the mason jar and use a blender.
    3. Feel free to adjust the amount of simple syrup to suit your taste.

    📝 Recipe Notes

    • Using freshly squeezed lime juice will give your raspberry margarita mocktail the best flavor, but if you’re short on time, bottled lime juice can be substituted.
    • Try experimenting with different sweeteners like honey, agave syrup, or even maple syrup. Keep in mind that each sweetener will give its own unique flavor to the mocktail.
    • You can use any other berries you like, strawberries, blackberries, or blueberries are all great.

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    Did you make this raspberry margarita mocktail? Please rate the recipe and tell me how it went in the comments below. Also, stay in touch with me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest to see more delicious food and recipes!

    🖨 Recipe

    A raspberry margarita Mocktail sitting on three round marble coasters. The glass is filled with ice and has a salted rim and a lime wheel for garnish. The margarita itself is a vibrant rich red color and two limes sit nearby on the counter.

    Raspberry Margarita Mocktail

    Author: Kelly Neil
    This raspberry margarita mocktail is a fruity non-alcoholic spin on the classic margarita that's as beautiful as it is refreshing!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American / Canadian, Mexican
    Servings 1 serving
    Calories 164 kcal

    Equipment

    • Knife and cutting board
    • Citrus squeezer
    • Measuring cup or shot glass
    • 1 quart (1 L) Mason jar with lid or cocktail shaker
    • Cocktail muddler or you can use the end of a wooden spoon
    • Rocks glass

    Ingredients
     

    • ½ cup raspberries, fresh or thawed frozen
    • 1 ½ oz lime juice, freshly squeezed
    • 1 ½ oz basic simple syrup, 1:1 sugar to water ratio
    • ½ oz orange juice, freshly squeezed
    • coarse salt, for rim, optional
    • lime wheel, optional, for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Use a slice of lime to gently wet the rim of a rocks glass. Dip the rim of the glass in coarse salt, as much or as little as you like. Set aside.
    • Place the raspberries and lime juice in the Mason jar. Muddle (gently crush) the raspberries until they are completely squished.
    • Add the simple syrup and orange juice to the jar, then fill it halfway with ice. Screw the lid tightly onto the jar and shake it as hard as you can for 20 seconds. The margarita should be well blended and the ice should be crushed inside the jar.
    • Fill the salt-rimmed glass with fresh ice. Pour or strain the mixture into the glass. Garnish with a lime wheel and serve immediately.

    Notes

    • Using freshly squeezed lime juice will give your raspberry margarita mocktail the best flavor, but if you’re short on time, bottled lime juice can be substituted.
    • Try experimenting with different sweeteners like honey, agave syrup, or even maple syrup. Keep in mind that each sweetener will give its own unique flavor to the mocktail.
    • You can use any other berries you like, strawberries, blackberries, or blueberries are all great.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 5ozCalories: 164kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 1gFat: 0.5gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 26mgPotassium: 201mgFiber: 4gSugar: 36gVitamin A: 71IUVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 2mg
    Did you make this recipe?Let me know on Instagram @kellyneildotcom or tag #kellyneil!

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