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Pretty in Pink: The Hibiscus Margarita Cocktail and Mocktail Recipe

December 29, 2025
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A Floral, Refreshing Margarita That’s as Beautiful as It Is Delicious

There’s something undeniably special about a cocktail that feels like a moment, and the Hibiscus Margarita is exactly that. With its soft pink hue, floral notes, and refreshing citrus finish, this margarita is as pretty as it is easy to love.

Made with hibiscus tea, fresh lime juice, and tequila, this cocktail strikes the perfect balance between tart, lightly floral, and smooth. It’s ideal for Taco Tuesday, warm evenings, celebrations with friends, or anytime you want your drink to feel a little extra special.

🌺 Hibiscus Margarita Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz Tequila (El Jimador Silver works beautifully)
  • 1 oz Hibiscus Tea (brewed strong and chilled)
  • 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
  • 0.5 oz Orange Liqueur
  • 0.5 oz Agave Syrup (adjust to taste)
  • Ice
  • Optional: Tajín or sugar for the rim

Garnish Ideas

  • Lime wheel
  • Dried hibiscus flower
  • Edible flower (if available)

Instructions
If rimming the glass, run a lime wedge around the rim and dip into Tajín or sugar.
Add tequila, hibiscus tea, lime juice, orange liqueur, and agave syrup to a shaker filled with ice.
Shake well until chilled.
Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice (or serve up in a coupe).
Garnish and enjoy.

Hibiscus tea brings a subtle tartness and floral depth that pairs beautifully with tequila’s crisp agave notes. The result is a margarita that feels refreshing, balanced, and just a little romantic never too sweet, never overpowering.

It’s the kind of cocktail that turns heads when it hits the table and keeps people asking, “What is that?”

🌺 Hibiscus Lime Mocktail Recipe

Ingredients

  • 3 oz Hibiscus Tea (brewed strong and chilled)
  • 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
  • 0.75 oz Agave Syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 2 oz Sparkling Water or Club Soda
  • Ice

Optional Garnishes

  • Lime wheel
  • Fresh mint
  • Dried hibiscus flower or edible flower

Instructions
Fill a shaker with ice and add hibiscus tea, lime juice, and agave syrup.
Shake briefly to chill.
Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
Top with sparkling water.
Garnish and enjoy.

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