Description
A spooky twist on the classic margarita, this Black Margarita is perfect for Halloween or any themed party. With tequila, citrus, and a touch of black food coloring or activated charcoal, it’s a bold and haunting cocktail that will wow your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz tequila (silver or reposado)
- 1 oz triple sec (or orange liqueur)
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 2–3 drops black food coloring OR 1/4 tsp activated charcoal
- Ice cubes
- Salt or black sugar (for rimming the glass)
- Lime wedge (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rim your glass with lime juice and dip in salt or black sugar for a spooky effect.
- In a cocktail shaker, add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, simple syrup, and food coloring (or activated charcoal).
- Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds.
- Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and serve immediately.
Notes
Use activated charcoal sparingly and ensure it’s food-grade. The black sugar rim adds an extra eerie touch for Halloween!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: black margarita, Halloween margarita, spooky cocktail, tequila drink, Halloween drinks, dark margarita