Ingredients:

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (approximately 150g)
  • 2 ounces silver tequila
  • 1 ounce orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or Triple Sec)
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 1 teaspoon agave syrup or simple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • Ice cubes, for blending
  • Fresh strawberries or lime wedges for garnish
  • Coarse salt or sugar for rimming (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Rim the glass with lime juice and dip in coarse salt or sugar if desired.
  2. In a blender, combine the fresh strawberries, tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and agave syrup (if using). Add a handful of ice cubes.
  3. Blend on high speed until the mixture is well combined and frosty.
  4. Sample the margarita and add more agave syrup if additional sweetness is needed.
  5. If a frothier texture is desired, pour the blended mixture into a shaker with ice and shake briefly.
  6. Pour the margarita into the prepared glasses and garnish with fresh strawberries or lime wedges.