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    Passion Fruit Margarita

    April 12, 2022 | Updated September 9, 2022 by Ryan Leave a Comment

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    With tequila, fresh passion fruit pulp, triple sec and agave syrup, this passion fruit margarita is a sweet, but tart take on the classic margarita.

    glass of passion fruit margarita with lime on rim

    With a warmer season upon us, I'm all about cocktails - from a limoncello spritz to a peach martini to a watermelon crush to a raspberry martini to a blue mojito.

    But one of the first drinks that comes to mind is a margarita. While the classic has lime juice, you can mix up the flavors to your liking.

    And the latest is a passion fruit margarita. If you've never had passion fruit, it is both sweet and tart with a fragrant aroma. And while the fruit might be hard to find, most stores have pulp, including Target.

    This makes for a great drink for Cinco de Mayo or a party with friends!

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    • FAQs
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    • Other Cocktail Recipes
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    ingredients for passion fruit margarita

    Ingredient Notes

    • Tequila - go with silver if possible and use your favorite brand.
    • Passion fruit - I like to get the pulp, but you can also get passion fruit cocktail.
    • Triple sec - an orange liquor that complements the passion fruit.
    • Agave syrup - a traditional ingredient in margaritas that offsets the sourness. can use sugar or create a simple syrup.

    Ingredient Swaps

    As with any recipe, you can mix up the ingredients if you want. Some variations include:

    • While I use passion fruit, mangos or pineapples are good substitute.
    • I always have triple sec in my cabinet, but Cointreau works great as well.
    • I like agave syrup in this passion fruit margarita, but honey or sugar can be used as substitutes.

    Step-by-Step Photos

    Please note full ingredient list and instructions can be found in recipe card below.

    process shots of making margarita with passion fruit

    Rub the rim of a glass with a lime slice. Dip in sugar or salt or a combination of both.

    In a cocktail shaker with ice, add the tequila, passion fruit pulp, triple sec and agave syrup. Shake for 20 seconds and then pour in the glass with some crushed ice. Garnish with a lime slice.

    FAQs

    What is Passion Fruit?

    Passion fruit comes from the subtropical regions of South America. It can range from the size of a plum to grapefruit and is either yellow, purple or red on the outside.

    The inside is yellow with a jelly-like consistency and crunchy seeds. It is very aromatic with a sweet/tart flavor.

    Silver vs. Gold Tequila?

    Silver tequila is bottled right after the distilling process, giving it a stronger agave flavor. Gold tequila is either aged in barrels or has caramel coloring added.

    With that said, silver tequila is not only cheaper but better for mixed drinks.

    Agave Syrup vs. Sugar?

    I just like the flavor of agave in this margarita but you can also use sugar or take the time to make a simple syrup.

    Can I Make a Frozen Margarita?

    If you want a frozen margarita, triple the ingredients and add about 5 cups of ice to the blender and blend with the other ingredients.

    Best Tequila for Margaritas

    Like and liquor, you can go super expensive or quite affordable. Luckily there are plenty of options.

    1. Roca Patrón Silver –  It has a fresh, delicate citrus aroma with a low and balanced alcohol note. It is sweet with notes of black pepper and lime tea.
    2. Espolòn Blanco – This is a great budget tequila with bright agave flavor and notes of pepper, vanilla bean, grilled pineapple and spice.
    3. Olmeca Altos – This is my go-to. It has hints of citrus, pepper, sweet agave, fruit, herbal and earthy, with some light floral notes.

    Equipment

    The equipment you use is important to how the drink turns out. What is needed is the following:

    • Cocktail shaker - helps emulsify and keep the margarita ingredients cold when you shake them. You can also stir everything together.
    • Margarita glasses - if you want the drinks to look the part you need some margarita glasses but any glass will work.

    Pro Tips/Recipe Notes

    • While I prefer the pulp which you can thaw out, passion fruit nectar or juice can be uses as well. You can also freshly squeeze some.
    • Use agave syrup instead of simple syrup. It takes takes less work and adds additional flavor.
    • Use silver tequila when making the margarita. Gold tequila can muddy the flavor.
    • Use crushed ice which will make the margarita colder quicker.
    close-up of passion fruit margarita in glass

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    If you’ve tried this passion fruit margarita or any other recipe on Chisel & Fork, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below! You can also follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube to see more tasty meals and anything else I'm up to.

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    Passion Fruit Margarita

    With tequila, fresh passion fruit pulp, triple sec and agave syrup, this passion fruit margarita is a sweet, but tart take on the classic margarita.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 480kcal
    Author: Ryan Beck

    Ingredients

    • 3 oz silver tequila
    • 3 oz passion fruit pulp
    • 1 oz triple sec
    • 1 oz agave syrup
    • lime wedges and salt for garnish

    Instructions

    • Cut a lime and rub edges of glasses with it. Then dip the glasses in a plate that has either sugar or salt or a combination.
    • Combine tequila, passion fruit pulp, triple sec and agave syrup in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 20 seconds. Strain in a margarita glass and garnish with a sliced lime.

    Notes

    • While I prefer the pulp which you can thaw out, passion fruit nectar or juice can be uses as well. You can also freshly squeeze some.
    • Use agave syrup instead of simple syrup. It takes takes less work and adds additional flavor.
    • Use silver tequila when making the margarita. Gold tequila can muddy the flavor.
    • Use crushed ice which will make the margarita colder quicker.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1glass | Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 304mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 40g
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