Last updated on May 27th, 2020 at 05:41 am
This blueberry margarita will have you enjoying the season in style. Use fresh or frozen blueberries, you favorite tequila, and enjoy the fruits of the season!
Is everyone ready for blueberry season? Here in South Georgia, we are! Blueberries can be harvested between April and late September so I am ready for the farmer’s market to start overflowing with fresh picked blueberries!
My husband Brooks loves to eat them frozen. He will fill up a 22-ounce cup with frozen blueberries and sit and pop them in his mouth. I could never get my youngest, Connor, to eat them until his “Mimi” called them “pops” and made them fun.
Now he likes them… Figures. I think I have just enough left until we can go blueberry picking again to make a Blueberry Margarita!
This post may contain affiliate links. I earn a small commission for my endorsement, recommendation, testimonial, and/or link to any products or services from this website. Your purchase helps support this blog at no additional cost to you and allows me to continue bringing you delicious recipes and funny stories. For my entire disclosure policy click here.
If you’d rather skip my (very helpful, I think) tips and tricks, essential cooking info, and similar recipe ideas – and get straight to this delicious easy blueberry cocktail recipe – simply scroll to the bottom of the page where you can find the printable recipe card.
I will still buy blueberries at the store when they are super cheap, as long as they are from a local source, and freeze them. They are so good for you and they make a tasty snack in the summer
If you don’t happen to have access to fresh blueberries, don’t worry. I used frozen blueberries to make this blueberry margarita so I can make it all year long and I think everyone has access to frozen blueberries in their grocery stores.
Here are a few pictures from our blueberry picking from last summer! I am using a bag of frozen blueberries from our haul.
pick blueberries in season taste them first! pick as many as you can to freeze later!
Braxton couldn’t believe how big they were. Connor just wanted to keep the neck buckets and play with them in the tub! We filled up two of these buckets so we had a ton of blueberries!! I frozen them all for later use.
How to properly freeze blueberries
- wash and dry them on paper towels
- lay flat on a parchment-lined or wax paper-lined baking sheet in a single layer
- place in the freezer until frozen solid
- when all the berries are frozen, transfer to a freezer bag and store until ready to make your drink or pop in your mouth
How to make blueberry puree
STEP ONE: Combine frozen blueberries and water in equal portions in a blender.
STEP TWO: Blend until the blueberries are broken down
STEP THREE: Store in the fridge until ready to use
How to make a blueberry margarita
This blueberry margarita has all the traditional flavors of the classic margarita with the tangy sweetness of blueberries. I don’t use the “margarita mix” for this because I think it is too sweet and it usually has a lot of corn syrup/chemicals in it.
You don’t need to use the pre-made stuff as it is pretty simple to make a margarita with just a few ingredients. Lime juice (fresh-squeezed is best), tequila, orange liqueur (triple sec) or you can use a bit of orange juice, and some simple syrup.
STEP ONE: Combine the tequila, blueberry puree, triple sec, simple syrup, and lime juice in a cocktail shaker. Shake until combined.
STEP TWO: Pour the soda into the shaker and stir by hand.
STEP THREE: Pour into 6 glasses with ice.
STEP FOUR: Garnish with salt, lime wedges, and frozen blueberries if you like. Enjoy!
How to serve a blueberry margarita
I like to make the blueberry puree when I am ready to serve the cocktails because it keeps them colder.
Smash some fresh or frozen ones to release the blueberry flavor in the cocktail shaker and then add the other ingredients.
Use the frozen blueberries as ice if you prefer not to use ice cubes all together. I know that some people don’t like to use ice because it melts and waters down your drink but, quite frankly, I drink mine too fast for that to occur.
Grab your blueberry picking buckets (or shopping carts) and grab some blueberries. This blueberry margarita should be in your hand PRONTO!
If you love this Blueberry Margarita Recipe as much as I do, please write a five-star review in the comment section below (or on Pinterest with the “tried it” button – you can now add pictures into reviews, too!), and be sure to help me share on facebook!
Enjoy this blueberry cocktail with this Fruit Salsa, this Pomegranate Guacamole with chips, and this Mexican Bread Dipping Oil with tortillas.
Other fruit cocktails to try
- Kiwi mojito
- Mango margarita
- Blackberry lime cooler
- Grapefruit sunrise
- Pineapple bourbon lemonade
- Cherry amaretto limeade
Blueberry margarita recipe
Blueberry Margarita
This blueberry margarita will have you enjoying the season in style. Use fresh or frozen blueberries, you favorite tequila, and enjoy the fruits of the season!
Ingredients
For the Margarita
- 3/4 cup tequila
- 3/4 cup triple sec
- 3/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup club soda/lemon-lime soda
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- 1/2 cup blueberry puree
Blueberry Puree
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 cup water
Simple Syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- Frozen Blueberries, Kosher salt, and Lime Wedges for Garnish
Instructions
Make the blueberry puree
- Combine the frozen blueberries and water in a blender.
- Pulse in a blender until all the blueberries are chopped up.
- Reserve.
Make the Simple Syrup
- Combine the water and the sugar in a small pot.
- Heat over medium heat until all the sugar is dissolved.
- Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Make the Blueberry Margaritas
- Combine the tequila, blueberry puree, triple sec, simple syrup, and lime juice in a cocktail shaker.
- Shake until combined.
- Pour the soda into the shaker and stir by hand.
- Pour into 6 glasses with ice.
- Garnish with salt, lime wedges, and frozen blueberries if you like.
- Enjoy!
Notes
*If you like this recipe, please leave me a comment and rate it with some stars. Thank you!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 512Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 163mgCarbohydrates: 98gFiber: 3gSugar: 89gProtein: 1g
This nutrition information was generated via a third party, Nutritionix, and can not be held liable for any discrepancies in the information provided.
{Originally posted 05/10/2015 – Photos and recipe notes updated 4/15/20}
@TakeTwoTapas.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encourages and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited.
Lauren says
This cocktail looks delicious! Thanks for sharing your recipe at Craft Frenzy Friday at Mom Home Guide!
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
thanks for a great party!
Theresa says
Looks so pretty & sounds so delicious! Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & shared.
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thanks for a great party!
Quinn Caudill says
Even though it is 10:30 on a Sunday morning i would like to have this drink RIGHT NOW! Pinned and shared. Thanks for sharing with us at Throwback Thursday!
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thanks for a great party!
Paula Kiger says
Sounds delicious and the pictures are devine!
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thanks so much!
Karren Haller says
Great recipes, they look so refreshing, I appreciate a great margarita!! Not to sour not to sweet!
Thank you stopping by the #OMHGFF this week. I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
Karren
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thanks for a great party!
Petra @ CrumblesAndKale says
It looks so good! Love the color the blueberries give, such an appetizing color 🙂 Cant wait for blueberry season here, its only like 3-4 months away (A)
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thanks Petra! Make sure you freeze some for later!
Lisa @ Fun Money Mom says
Yumm! I love blueberries and I love margaritas so I think this is pretty perfect for me! Thanks so much for sharing your delicious recipe with us at Share The Wealth Sunday! xoxo
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thanks for a great party!
Kathryn @ Family Food on the Table says
I also definitely overload on blueberries when they’re in season — and then stock up with the frozen kind so we can enjoy them year-round 🙂 And these margaritas look like the perfect fun drink to sip on all summer long! Pinned!
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
I love freezing them for later. Plus this way you don’t have to add ice!
James says
I wish I wasn’t on a month of no alcohol at the moment because I sooooooo want to try these – I have the blueberries ready to go and everything! Pinned and will try them out in June! 🙂
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Just pop them in the freezer and use them when your no booze time is up. I need to do another one of those for sure!!
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Sure thing! Going now!
Alyssa @Living on Cloud Wine says
Oh. My. Goodness. Trying this ASAP! Looks delicious!!
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thank you Alyssa!
Sadia Mohamed says
Lovely color! love these.
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thanks Sadia!
Bam's Kitchen says
Your boys are so sweet! I can so picture myself this weekend over looking the China Sea watching the sun set sipping on one of your delicious margaritas. Gorgeous photography! Sharing everywhere!
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thank you so much! They are growing so fast!
Citra Kale @Citra's Home Diary says
I wish I was near by, I will come to your door step with one empty bucket to fulfill with those yummy blueberries! 😀 😀
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Come on over! Lots to share!
Nutmeg Nanny says
Pass a margarita my way! This is so pretty!
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thank you!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
Ooo, don’t these look festive! I’ve been enjoying blueberries lately, too, and can’t wait to give this recipe a try! Cheers!
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thank you Patricia!
Laura says
When we move to Pennsylvania we will have blueberry picking again–I am so excited. They do not grow where I live now. But in the meantime I have a lot of frozen blueberries that need to be used up and these look perfect!
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Frozen ones are just as good. They make great ice cubes!
Erin|Thanks for Cookin says
Oh my goodness that color! *Swoon*
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
Thanks Erin!
Christie says
I didn’t realize you were in Georgia too. I am north of Atlanta and cannot wait for blueberries. We love to pick them. This will be my new favorite way to use them.
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
We are about an hour west of Brunswick. Blueberry and pecan farms all around us!
Kristen Chidsey says
How amazing does this look. But don’t judge, I can not do tequila! So I may sub it out for vodka 🙂 HA HA!
Sylvie says
Sounds like a perfect summertime bbq drink!
chubcheeks@bellsouth.net says
You can easily make a pitcher:)