Virgin Margarita

None Alcohol Free Mocktail

Ingredients

30 ml Lime Juice
30 ml Lime Juice
10 ml Agave Syrup
15 ml Orange Juice
15 ml Agave Syrup
90 ml Lime Sparkling Water
90 ml Lime Sparkling Water
15 ml Orange Juice

Garnish

Lime
Salt
Lime
Salt

Tools & Glassware

Shaker

Directions

Chill the glass
Run a lime wedge around the rim of a coupe or rocks glass and dip into salt (optional)
Fill the glass with ice
In a shaker, combine lime juice, orange juice, and agave syrup
Shake firmly for 12 - 14 seconds
Top with lime sparkling water
Garnish with a lime wedge

History

The Virgin Margarita is a modern, alcohol-free adaptation of the classic Margarita, a cocktail that has a history that dates back to the 1930s–1950s in the US-Mexico border region. It likely emerged in the late 20th century, as part of the growing demand for mocktails and inclusive drink options. It retains the Margarita’s signature lime-forward, citrus-sweet balance, replacing tequila and triple sec with lime juice, orange juice, syrup, and sparkling water or alcohol-free spirits. Its popularity has surged in the UK and globally due to the rise of low/no alcohol trends, Dry January, and wellness-focused menus.

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