Blue Margarita Pitcher Recipe

Elevate your next gathering with this easy blue margarita pitcher recipe. Taste paradise in each sip of this fruity cocktail. 

It is a bright blue cocktail with blue curacao, tequila, lime, triple sec, and a salted rim around your glass. It is a great cocktail to whip up to serve a crowd, as this cocktail recipe makes 16 servings.

This fantastic tequila cocktail takes just minutes to prepare, pour into glasses, and serve. I love serving it with a lime wedge on the side. It is a stunning drink that is fruity, sweet, and smooth. 

I love a good margarita, and this recipe is a massive party starter. The salted rim helps balance the sweet and sour flavors in this drink.

Check out my blue lagoon cocktail for another colorful mixed drink. You can find our collection of Margarita recipes here, like this Coconut Margarita.

Or, if you enjoy shots, try this blue kamikaze shot! It’s excellent for a birthday party, summer pool party, or just a fight night in with friends. 

Want more? See all our recipes using Blue Curaçao right here!

Reasons To Make This Blue Margarita Pitcher Recipe

• This recipe makes a pitcher of cocktails, which is fantastic for serving a crowd. 
• It takes just minutes to make this drink. 
• It’s a light blue cocktail that is gorgeous. 
• Pour, mix, and serve is all it takes. 
• A fruity cocktail that you can adjust to customize to your tastebuds. 

Ingredients Needed For This Blue Margarita

Simple Syrup – The simple syrup will sweeten this cocktail. You can make homemade simple syrup or buy a bottle of simple syrup here.
Blue Curacao—This is where the blue comes from, but it also offers a nice sweet orange flavor. It provides a gorgeous, smooth sweetness to your mixed drink. 
Tequila—Since this is a margarita, it was only expected to be used as the alcohol of choice. It helps give your margarita that traditional kick and zing. 
Triple Sec—Triple Sec also adds a citrus flavor to the drink, helping balance the lime’s sweet and sour notes. 
Lime Juice—I find fresh lime juice best for adding a nice tangy twist to the cocktail. 
Ice Cubes – This is a cocktail that is served over ice. As the ice melts, it will help tame the flavors, as this is a more potent cocktail. 
Lime Slices – I used a lime wheel to garnish the edge of the glass. You will also use lime to run around the rim of the glass so the salt will stick. 
Margarita Salt—Use classic margarita salt to dip the rim of the glass in for a nice salty contrast to the sweet drink. 

How To Make This Pitcher Margarita

Add half a tray of ice cubes into a large pitcher. Pour in the tequila, triple sec, blue curaçao & simple syrup. Top off with lime juice.

Coat the rim of a glass with lime juice and roll in margarita salt. Pour the margaritas and garnish with lime slices.

Substitutes And Variations to This Blue Cocktail 

• You can use Gran Marnier to replace Blue Curacao if you like. However, it will lack the blue color that the Curacao offers, so you might want to add some blue food coloring or blueberry syrup. 
• Use honey, agave, or other liquid sweetener to replace the simple syrup to sweeten your drink. 
• If you don’t have a triple sec, swap with a Cointreau or fresh orange juice. 
• Swap the lime with grapefruit, lemon, or other citrus flavor. 
• Add all the ingredients into a blender with ice and make a slush-style cocktail. 
• Add a splash of coconut cream to make this a creamy margarita recipe. You could even garnish the rim with toasted coconut flakes. 
• Swap out the triple sec with pineapple juice for a more tropical cocktail. 

Tips For Success 

• Use quality tequila and other ingredients, as this will provide the best overall flavor for your drink. 
• Measuring is essential, as you want the proper balance of tart and sweet and then the balance of alcohol. 
• You can add more or less alcohol to adjust the strength of your drink. Customize the drink to fit your preference. 
• When you go to rim your glass, ensure it is wet with lime juice before you dip it in the salt, or it will not stick. You could even use the simple syrup to line the rim before dipping. 
• Serve your drink right after you mix, as you don’t want the ice to melt too much, and water down your cocktail before serving. 

Blue Margarita Pitcher Recipe FAQs 

What kind of glass should I serve a Blue Margarita in?

You will want to reach for a margarita glass for this cocktail. But you could also use a martini-style glass or whatever type of glass you have. 

What garnishes work well with a Blue Margarita?

Feel free to garnish with a lime wedge, like I did. You can also use edible flowers, berries, or candy for a fun, colorful twist.

The beauty of making this drink at home means you get to control how you serve it up. 

How can I adjust the sweetness of my Blue Margarita?

If your drink is too sweet, I recommend adding more lime juice. If it is too tart, add more simple syrup to help balance the tartness from the lime.

Feel free to play with the ingredients to create your desired flavor.