The Blood Orange Hibiscus Margarita is a vibrant and tropical drink that seamlessly blends tequila with the citrusy punch of blood orange juice. The addition of hibiscus tea concentrate imparts a unique floral undertone, elevating the cocktail to an exotic and refreshing level.
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Blood Orange Hibiscus Margarita Recipe
Are you ready for an amazing winter drink full of citrus and floral notes?! I know in the middle of winter a bright and exciting drink like this Blood Orange Hibiscus Margarita always puts me in a better mood!
This vibrant cocktail combines the tequila, the unique flavor of blood orange juice, hibiscus tea, Cointreau, agave nectar, and the tanginess of lime juice. Plus you can't beat that beautiful color!
Blood oranges are truly what makes this drink unique. Blood oranges are in season from mid winter to early spring, so you need to take advantage of citrus season. I usually don't see them at my grocery store until about mid January. Of course if you don't have blood oranges on hand or it isn't the right orange season you can use a different type of regular oranges like a navel or cara cara but just note the flavor and color will be different.
This margarita also has beautiful floral notes from the hibiscus. Hibiscus tea is a beautiful plant in which the hibiscus flowers are picked to make an amazing tea. I love it so much I buy the loose leaf tea in bulk. Of course you don't need to by bulk to make this recipe you can also use hibiscus tea bags. I have also seen at some stores hibiscus tea concentrate sold in the refrigerator section which can be used instead of making your own at home.
Equipment Needed
- Cocktail Shaker
- Tea infuser (or hibiscus teabags)
- Kettle
- Mortar and pestle or single-serve blender (if you are making the rim)
- Cocktail Glass
- Rimming plate
- Jigger or measuring tools
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Ingredients
I am putting the ingredients into the 3 different parts of this cocktail, the hibiscus concentrate, the rim, and the drink itself:
Hibiscus Tea Concentrate
- Loose Leaf Hibiscus Tea Affiliate Link or Hibiscus Tea Bags
- Boiling Water
Sugar Hibiscus Rim
- Hibiscus Leaves (or open a few teabags)
- Granulated Sugar
Blood Orange Hibiscus Margarita
- Tequila - I use Tres Agave Blanco Tequila, use whatever is your favorite Tequila, or for a fun spin I think this would be really good with an Aged/Añejo or Reposado Tequila.
- Blood Orange Juice - From fresh blood oranges.
- Hibiscus Tea Concentrate (from the list above)
- Cointreau - Or other orange liqueur.
- Agave Nectar - If you don't have agave you can use simple syrup in it's place.
- Fresh Lime Juice
Instructions
For Hibiscus Tea Concentrate
Boil water in a kettle.
Add 3 teaspoons of loose leaf hibiscus tea Affiliate Link to a tea infuser or use 3 hibiscus tea bags.
Pour 8 ounces of boiling water over the hibiscus tea and steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea and let the hibiscus tea concentrate cool to room temperature.
For Hibiscus Sugar Rim
If using loose leaf tea, grind it down in a mortar and pestle or a single-serve blender.
Mix the ground tea with sugar and add to a small plate.
Moisten the rim of your glass with the juice of a used blood orange or lime.
Dip the rim into the sugar hibiscus mixture.
For Blood Orange Hibiscus Margarita
In a shaker, combine tequila, blood orange juice, hibiscus concentrate, Cointreau, agave nectar, and lime juice.
Add a handful of ice to the shaker.
Shake vigorously for at least 10 to 15 seconds until the drink is ice cold.
Add ice to the rimmed glass and strain the drink over the ice. For garnish add a blood orange slice.
Enjoy your Blood Orange Hibiscus Margarita!
Tips, Tricks and Questions
Variations
Try adding a little mezcal for an added smokiness. Or Instead of the hibiscus sugar rim try a salt rim with coarse salt.
Can I use pre-made hibiscus tea concentrate instead of making the concentrate?
Absolutely! Using pre-made hibiscus tea is a convenient alternative. Adjust the quantity to match the intensity of the concentrate. You can also make the concentrate as a cold brew by letting the tea and cool water infuse overnight.
What can I substitute for Cointreau?
Grand Marnier or triple sec are great substitutes for Cointreau. Experiment to discover your favorite.
Is there a non-alcoholic version of this margarita?
Yes, omit the tequila and Cointreau. Increase the blood orange juice and hibiscus tea concentrate for a refreshing mocktail. You could also try using a zero proof tequila alternative.
How do I properly rim the glass with the hibiscus sugar mixture?
Ensure the rim is moistened with blood orange or lime juice to help the sugar mixture adhere. Dip and rotate the glass for an even coat.
If you like Blood Orange Hibiscus Margaritas you might also like these Margarita Recipes:
Blood Orange Hibiscus Margarita
Blood Orange Hibiscus Margarita is a fun twist on a traditional margarita with flavorful blood oranges and floral hibiscus.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces blanco tequila
- 1 ounce blood orange juice
- ½ ounce hibiscus tea concentrate (recipe below)
- 1 ounce Cointreau
- ½ ounce agave nectar
- ½ ounce lime juice
Rim:
- 1 tablespoon hibiscus leaves*
- 2 teaspoons sugar
Instructions
For the Hibiscus Tea Concentrate
- Bring a kettle to a boil. Add 3 teaspoon of loose leaf hibiscus tea to a tea infuser or use 3 hibiscus teabags. Add 8 ounces to boiling water to a cup/mug add the hibiscus tea and steep 5 minutes. Remove the tea and let the hibiscus tea concentrate cool.
For the Sugar Hibiscus Rim
- If you are using loose leaf tea add the tea to either a mortar and pestle or a single serve blender to grind down so the tea is closer to size as the sugar. Add the ground tea to the sugar and mix together. Add to a small plate.
- To rim the cup use either a used blood orange or lime to moisten the rim with the juice. Dip the rim of the glass into the sugar hibiscus mixture.
For the Blood Orange Hibiscus Margarita
- Add the tequila, blood orange juice, hibiscus concentrate, Cointreau, agave nectar, and lime juice to a shaker with a handful of ice. Shake vigorously until the drink is ice cold, at least 10 to 15 seconds.
- Add ice to your rimmed glass and strain the drink over the ice. Enjoy!
Notes
*If you are using tea bags instead of loose leaf tea simply just open tea bags up until you have enough.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1 drinkAmount Per Serving: Calories: 310Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 2mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 0gSugar: 28gProtein: 0g
Nutritional data is automated and might not be 100% accurate, final nutritional information will depend on ingredients used and any changes made.
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