Easy, 4 Ingredient Hibiscus Margaritas

The sweetness of tequila and the tartness of dried hibiscus flowers pair up for these delicious, 4 ingredient hibiscus margaritas. 

There are SO MANY margarita variations, but that’s exactly what makes margaritas such a fun cocktail to mix up. Whether it’s by infusing the tequila or changing up the simple syrup, you can put your own spin on the classic margarita and find your own signature cocktail. 

Hibiscus is naturally tart, a trait that carries through even in the infused simple syrup. It’s a delicious match with tequila, which tends to be naturally sweet. If you enjoy your margaritas with extra lime, you’ll love what hibiscus simple syrup does to this classic cocktail. 

What's in a Hibiscus Margarita  

• Silver Tequila - Choose your favorite brand of blanco tequila (aka silver tequila).
• Hibiscus simple syrup - This easy, 3 ingredient syrup is the key ingredient to this cocktail. Get the recipe over on my hibiscus syrup page.
• Lime - Fresh lime juice is essential for a great margarita. You'll need about 1 lime per cocktail.
• Triple sec or orange liqueur - Choose your favorite orange liqueur for this cocktail. I love Cointreau. Grand Marnier is another popular choice.
• Coarse Salt (optional, for the rim) - Salt is the classic choice for margarita rims, but you could use sugar instead if you prefer a sweet option.

How to Make a Hibiscus Margarita

Pour the salt into a shallow dish. Run a wedge of lime around the rim of your glass and dip the rim gently into the salt. Fill the glass with ice and set aside. 

Combine tequila, syrup, lime juice, and triple sec in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. 

Shake well and strain into your prepared glass. 

Enjoy!

What Does Hibiscus Taste Like?

Hibiscus has a bright citrus flavor that pairs well with the fresh lime in a margarita. Citrus flavors - like orange, lime, and lemon - are all delicious with hibiscus. Blueberry and strawberry flavors are also tasty mixed with hibiscus. Add in any of these fruits as garnish or mix them into your hibiscus margarita for a fun twist. 

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