Made with tequila, triple sec, and frozen coconut milk, these Frozen Christmas Margaritas look like a snowy winter day and taste like a fiesta. They’re a festive, creamy cocktail that’s perfect for holiday gatherings.
These Frozen Christmas Margaritas are a bright, unexpected addition to holiday drink menus. The combination of tequila, orange-flavored triple sec, and frozen coconut milk creates a smooth, slightly tropical drink with a celebratory feel. They’re a refreshing alternative to warm holiday drinks and pair well with savory finger foods and festive spreads.
Why I Love These Christmas Margaritas
- Refreshing: A cool, icy cocktail that contrasts nicely with typical warm holiday foods.
- Simple to Make: Uses common ingredients and a blender—no advanced bartending required.
- Tropical Yet Festive: Coconut milk brings a tropical creaminess while garnishes like cranberries and lime keep the drink seasonal.
Recipe Ingredients
If fresh cranberries aren’t available, a few raspberries, orange slices, lime wheels, or no garnish at all will still make attractive glasses. The basics below make two servings.
- Coconut Milk: 2 cups lite coconut milk, frozen into cubes (unsweetened preferred).
- Ice: 1 cup ice cubes.
- Lime Juice: Juice of 1 lime, plus extra for rimming glasses.
- Tequila: 1/3 cup silver (blanco) tequila.
- Triple Sec: 3 tablespoons for a subtle orange note.
- Simple Syrup or Agave: 1 tablespoon, optional for sweetness.
- Salt or Sugar: For rimming the glasses.
- Fresh Cranberries and Lime Slices: For garnish.
How to Make Frozen Christmas Margaritas
This recipe is straightforward: freeze the coconut milk in an ice tray, then blend with the remaining ingredients until slushy. Blend just before serving so the drinks stay cold and frosty.
- Freeze: Shake the can of coconut milk, pour into an ice cube tray, and freeze until solid.
- Blend Margarita Ingredients: Add 2 cups of frozen coconut milk cubes to a blender with 1 cup ice, juice of 1 lime, 1/3 cup tequila, 3 tablespoons triple sec, and 1 tablespoon simple syrup or agave if using. Blend to a slushy consistency.
- If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of lime juice or water to thin it. Taste and add more tequila if you prefer a stronger cocktail.
- Rim Glasses and Serve: Rub the glass rim with lime juice and dip in salt or sugar. Pour the margarita into glasses and garnish with lime slices and cranberries.
Recipe Tips
- Use Fresh Limes: Freshly squeezed lime juice makes a noticeable difference in brightness and balance.
- Keep Ingredients Cold: Chill the tequila and juices if possible to maintain a frosty texture in the blender.
- Choose Blanco Tequila: Silver or blanco tequila gives a clean agave flavor that complements the coconut and citrus.
- Make a Non-Alcoholic Version: Replace tequila and triple sec with limeade or lemon-lime soda and extra coconut milk for a festive mocktail.
Serving Suggestions
These margaritas pair well with salty, crunchy appetizers. Consider serving with popcorn shrimp, avocado salsa, taco-style bites, or cheesy finger foods to balance the creamy, citrusy cocktail.
More Holiday Recipes to Try
- Eggs Benedict Casserole
- Hot Chocolate Sugar Cookies
- Stained Glass Cookies
- Slow Cooker Apple Cider Punch
- Christmas Cake Mix Cookies
Frozen Christmas Margaritas
Ingredients
- 2 cups lite coconut milk, unsweetened, frozen into cubes
- 1 cup ice cubes
- juice of 1 lime, plus more for rimming glass
- ⅓ cup silver (blanco) tequila
- 3 tablespoons triple sec
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup or agave (optional)
- salt or granulated sugar for rimming glass
- fresh cranberries and lime slices for garnish
Instructions
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Shake the can of coconut milk before opening. Pour it into an ice cube tray and freeze until solid.
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Add 2 cups of frozen coconut milk cubes to a blender.
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Add 1 cup ice, juice of 1 lime, tequila, triple sec, and simple syrup or agave.
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Blend to a slushy texture. If needed, add more lime juice or a splash of water to thin. Adjust tequila to taste.
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Rim glasses with lime and dip in salt or sugar.
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Pour the margaritas into glasses, garnish with lime and cranberries, and serve.
Equipment
- High-powered blender
- Ice cube tray
- Measuring cups and spoons
Nutrition
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as a courtesy. Values may vary depending on ingredients and tools used.
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