A Tropical Escape in a Glass: The Coconut Margarita

If you’re craving a little sunshine in your week, this Coconut Margarita is your ticket to a tropical state of mind. Creamy, refreshing, and kissed with fresh mint, it’s the kind of cocktail that makes any Taco Tuesday feel like a getaway.

Coconut brings a velvety sweetness, balanced by bright lime and smooth tequila blanco. It’s beachy without being heavy, indulgent without being overly sweet, and the mint garnish adds a cool, aromatic finish that lifts every sip.

Whether you’re hosting friends, pairing it with spicy tacos, or treating yourself after a long day, this Coconut Margarita delivers pure relaxation in a glass. One sip and you’ll swear you can hear ocean waves.

Now let’s make it.

Ingredients (Makes 1 Cocktail)

• 2 oz tequila blanco (El Jimador works beautifully)
• 1 oz cream of coconut (like Coco López).
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• ½ oz triple sec or orange liqueur
• ½ oz coconut milk (optional for extra creaminess)
• Ice

For the garnish:

• Fresh mint sprig
• Lime wheel (optional)
• Toasted coconut flakes (optional but gorgeous!)

Instructions

• Fill a shaker with ice the colder, the better.
• Add tequila, cream of coconut, fresh lime juice, triple sec, and coconut milk (if using).
• Shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until smooth, frosty, and well combined.
• Strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
• Garnish with a fresh mint sprig give it a gentle clap first to release aromas.

Optional: Add a lime wheel or sprinkle a few toasted coconut flakes on top for a luxe finish.

It’s the kind of drink that feels like a mini vacation tropical, uplifting, and absolutely ideal for Taco Tuesday pairings like shrimp tacos

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