Blood Orange Tequila Spritzer

This Blood Orange Tequila Spritzer is a sweet and refreshing drink that’s perfect for any citrus lovers!

With the light and fruity flavor of blood orange and fizzy sparkling water, this citrusy cocktail is ideal for warm days or a zingy pick-me-up any time.

If you like cocktails with blood orange, you’ll also love this Blood Orange Bourbon that only requires 3 ingredients.

Why You’ll Love this Blood Orange Cocktail Recipe

This cocktail combines the light and distinct flavor of tequila with blood orange seltzer water and a stunning blood orange garnish.

With some added sweetness from agave, as well as a margarita salt and corn syrup rim, this blood orange tequila spritzer is sure to impress with its refreshing flavors.

You only need a few ingredients and a couple of minutes to put together this simple but elegant beverage. It’s ideal for cooling off and sipping in the shade, serving at a cocktail party or happy hour.

If you’re looking to add an interesting and beautiful cocktail to your rotation, this blood orange cocktail is perfect!

And, if you’re a Tequila fan, try our refreshing Pink Señorita  for a delicious afternoon cocktail.

Blood Orange Tequila Spritzer Ingredients

• Tequila – I like Espolòn tequila for a high quality spirit at a reasonable price, but feel free to use your favorite tequila blanco.
• Blood Orange Seltzer Water – this will give your cocktail a fizzy lift and brings a subtly sweet blood orange flavor.
• Fresh Blood Orange Slices – for a gorgeous garnish and fresh citrusy flavors from fresh squeezed juice.
• Agave – provides some added sweetness and pairs well with the tequila.
• Margarita Salt – adds a flavor contrast that brings out the sweet and fruity flavors of your blood orange.
• Corn Syrup – helps the salt stick to the glass and provides some sweetness.
• Ice Cubes – this drink is best enjoyed cold!

 

How to Make this Blood Orange Tequila Cocktail

1. Coat the rim of a glass in corn syrup & then roll it in margarita salt.
   

   Corn syrup adds a sweetness to your salted rim that will take your cocktail to the next level!

2. Fill the glass with ice cubes.
3. Squeeze half of a blood orange juice into the glass.
4. Add 1 teaspoon of agave.
   

   Adding agave highlights the flavor of the tequila and provides some natural sweetness.

5. Pour in 1 shot of tequila.
6. Top off with blood orange seltzer water.
   

   Fresh blood orange juice gives your cocktail a subtle and beautiful red hue.

7. Garnish with fresh blood orange slices.

 

FAQs

Could I use sparkling water instead of the Blood Orange Seltzer water?

Yes, I would recommend making a San Pellegrino blood orange cocktail with their signature sparkling mineral water. This will be a more subtle drink with less of an emphasis on the blood orange flavor.

You can also use any kind of sparkling water, so feel free to use your favorite!

What is a good blood orange cocktail mixer?

For some other mixers, try Cointreau, triple sec, or lime juice. You can also use another kind of citrusy flavored sparkling water for a slightly different take on this cocktail.

Does orange soda mix well with tequila?

It does! Orange in any form is a good mixer for tequila, and the sweetness and carbonation are excellent for making a cocktail.

If you want this blood orange tequila cocktail to be sweeter and more colorful, use some orange soda instead of sparkling water.

What is a good mix with tequila?

Any kind of soda, from lemon-lime to cola would make a good mixer for tequila. Any fruit-flavored soda, especially in the citrus realm, will also be an excellent flavor pairing, as well as various fruit juices.

Anything light and sweet is great to pair with your favorite tequila!

 

 

Popular Variations and Substitutions

• If you don’t want the added sweetness from the corn syrup, you can rub a slice of blood orange around the rim of the glass and use the juice to adhere the margarita salt.
• For an interesting flavor combination, combine brown sugar with your salt before rimming the glass.
• Ginger ale or ginger beer can be substituted for the sparkling water for a slightly golden color and ginger flavor.
• Use a gold tequila if you want a deeper and more elaborate flavor profile.

 

 

More Recipes You’ll Love

• Espolòn Blanco Tequila Cocktails – Here’s a great list of drinks you can make with your Espolòn tequila.
• Dragon Serum Cocktail – This cocktail is a tropical and unique drink that’s perfect for the summer.
• Strawberry Pizza – With a sugar cookie “crust,” this dessert pizza is loaded with fresh strawberries and cream cheese.
• Blood Orange Upside Down Cake – If you have leftover blood oranges or just want to incorporate more into your cooking, make this delicious blood orange dessert from Katiebird Bakes!

 

Blood Orange Tequila Cocktail