Blueberry Basil Margarita | Recipe — This Is Mel Drake (2024)

Spoiler Alert: This co*cktail can be served by the pitcher #gamechanger

Once upon a time, I hosted a blogger event at my former home in Houston, TX. The theme was "Tequila" and this Blueberry Basil Margarita was the star of the show. Not only was it beautiful, but it tasted incredible. And guess what? It was really easy to make!

I was so pumped to share the recipe with y'all on my blog. And then, I lost the recipe (gasp), or so I thought. Recently, I was going through some old notes on my phone from a few years ago and found the recipe card! Hallelujah!

Can’t get enough margarita recipes? Be sure to try my Spicy Jalapeño Margarita, Watermelon Margarita, and 21+ co*cktails to Make with Tequila too!

Ingredients: What's in a Blueberry Basil Margarita?

As a former bartender who knows how to make a DAMN GOOD drink, I honestly can't take credit for creating this delicious Blueberry Basil Margarita. But I can take credit for recognizing a DAMN GOOD drink. The original recipe is compliments of my friend Chanelle, who just so happens to be a pretty awesome liquor rep. She introduced me to this refreshing tequila co*cktail recipe on a hot summer day and I've been hooked ever since. This blueberry basil margarita is the perfect balance of sweet and savory and it's definitely worth giving it a try!

So what's in a Basil Blueberry Margarita? Let's see:

• Tequila (of course) - For this recipe, Blanco tequila or silver tequila works best.

• Agave Nectar - the sweet to balance out the acidity of the

• Fresh Blueberries - for that amazing blueberry flavor!

• Fresh Lime Juice - to give it that citrus-y kick

• Vanilla Essence - for a little bit of depth and sweetness

• Fresh Basil Leaves - because basil makes everything better!

• Sugar or Kosher Salt - to rim the margarita glass

When to Make This Blueberry Basil Margarita

Is anytime an acceptable answer? Because that's my answer. Just kidding, but really this co*cktail is perfect for any occasion! Here are a few ideas:

• Girl's Night In

• Pool party

• Summer BBQ

• Fourth of July Party

• Taco Tuesday (or any day of the week!)

Can This Basil Blueberry Margarita Be Made By the Pitcher?

Is water wet? Of course, it can! This co*cktail is easily scalable and can be made by the pitcher for a large group or party. Skip the co*cktail shaker and simply multiply all of the ingredients by the number of servings you need, then muddle and mix everything together in a pitcher. Right before serving, rim each glass with sugar or kosher salt and fill with ice.

Tools You'll Need to Make This Recipe

Here are a few essential tools you’ll need to make the DAMN GOOD Blueberry Basil Margarita recipe:

As a former bartender, I can attest to the importance of having the right tools for the job. And when it comes to making craft co*cktails, this Mixology and Craft co*cktail Starter Kit has everything you need to get started: a stainless steel Boston co*cktail Shaker, strainer, and a 2-sided jigger helps you to get the perfect pour every time. Trust me, this kit is a must-have for any budding mixologist. Cheers!

• For this basil blueberry margarita, you'll need a good set of Rocks Glasses because the right glassware can really make a difference when it comes to enjoying your favorite co*cktail.

• Don't forget to add to your cart, this lovely and useful wooden salt rimmer.

• A Citrus Juicer is a must-have for making DAMN GOOD co*cktails and can be of great help when preparing guacamole too!

• A 2-sided Jigger is a must-have for any home bar, but it really shines when you're making margaritas. The 2 sided design ensures that your drinks are always served with exactly the right amount of alcohol each time!

• The Muddle is truly the secret weapon and workhorse of this recipe (and any good bartender's repertoire). I personally own this stainless steel muddle and it works like a charm.

• Last but not least, make sure to elevate your co*cktail garnish game to a whole new level with this 15-piece metal co*cktail pick set.

Thank You

Thanks so much for stopping by and having a drink with me. I hope you love this refreshing Blueberry Basil Margarita recipe as much as I do. And bonus points because it’s an absolutely easy margarita to make for a party too! I served it by the pitcher at my Tequila-themed party and it was a hit!

Have you tried this recipe? Share your photos with me on Instagram and Facebook using the hashtag #DAMNGOODco*cktails and tagging me @ThisIsMelDrake so I can see how yours turned out! Feel free to let me know how you liked the recipe in the comments section below, and don't forget to sign up for my newsletter. You can also find me on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and Twitter.

Salud! - Cheers!

-XOXO (as always)

Mel D.

Photography by Melissa “Mel” Drake

A Few More Tequila Recipes

If you liked this blueberry basil margarita, then you'll love these tequila co*cktails and margarita recipes too!

• Watermelon Margarita

• El Pepino (Spanish for "cucumber")

• Tequila Sour

The DAMN GOOD Blueberry Basil Margarita

Serving Size: 1 co*cktail

***recipe can be doubled or multiplied to serve in a pitcher***

Ingredients:

Salt or Sugar to rim the glass (I prefer sugar)

1 1/2 oz Quality Silver Tequila (ex. Herradura or Don Julio)

1 1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice

1/2 oz Agave Syrup

2 Drops of Vanilla Essence

Fresh Basil Leaves

1/2 C Fresh Blueberries

Directions:

Rim the glass: Pour a thin layer of salt onto a small plate. Take a lime wedge and coat the rim of a rocks glass to moisten it. Then dip the rim of the glass in the salt, rotating until coated. Fill the glass with ice and set it aside.

Muddle: In a co*cktail shaker, muddle 3-4 fresh basil leaves with a half cup of fresh blueberries.

Measure, Mix & Pour: Combine the silver tequila, lime juice, agave syrup, and vanilla essence with the muddled fresh basil and blueberries. Add ice and shake vigorously (like HELL) for about 30 seconds. Strain and serve into the salt-rimmed co*cktail glass.

Serve: Garnish with a sprig of fresh basil leaves and a lime wedge, a few fresh blueberries and serve.

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