This Tamarind Margarita recipe is both sweet and tangy, and so hard to put down! Tamarindo Margaritas are a popular Mexican margarita flavor that you can make at home with tamarind syrup, fresh limes, and tequila!
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I've always been a huge fan of anything tamarind-flavored, so it's no surprise that tamarind margaritas are my favorite! It was love at first sip.
I used to order Tamarindo Margaritas at my favorite Mexican restaurant in San Diego. Unfortunately, Tamarind margaritas aren't always on the menu like a classic margarita is, especially here in Montana. Luckily, I can make them at home with this easy recipe, and so can you!
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🔖 Tamarind Margarita Ingredients
- Tamarind: To make Tamarind margarita, you need tamarind syrup. My tamarind syrup recipe is easy to prepare and wonderful when mixed with soda, water, or, in this case, tequila!
- Tequila: There are a lot of tequila options you can choose from. From Silver Patron, Don Julio, to El Jimador, and blanco tequila, the choice is yours!
- Lime: Fresh lime juice is best! You'll need the juice of half of an average-sized lime per one glass of Tamarind Margarita. Don't forget to grab a few extras to use for garnishing the glass!
- Ice: No matter how you prefer your margaritas, blended or on the rocks, you'll need some ice. Although I normally prefer my margaritas blended, I like my Tamarind Margarita on the rocks; crushed ice to be exact. If you prefer your margarita blended, follow the same recipe, but toss everything in a blender before pouring it into the glass.
- Salt: Most margaritas have salt on the rim, but Tamarind margaritas are usually served with chili lime seasoning, chili powder, or my favorite, Tajin!
🍹How to Make Tamarind Margaritas
Step 1: Add Tajin seasoning on the rim of the glass by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping the glass in the Tajin seasoning. Set aside until needed.
Step 2: Mix tequila, tamarind syrup, fresh lime juice, and crushed ice in a cocktail shaker and shake until combined.
Step 3: Pour margarita mix into the prepared margarita glass, garnish with a slice of lime, and enjoy!
If you're looking for other delicious cocktail recipes to try, be sure to check out this yummy Mangonada recipe!
🤷🏻♀️ Recipe FAQs
To make a tamarind margarita, you need tamarind syrup, tequila, lime juice, Tajín Clásico Seasoning, and ice.
The tamarind tree bears edible fruit, 3" to 8" in size. These finger-shaped tan pods contain shiny dark seeds about the size of a peanut. The seeds are covered with a thick, brown, edible paste full of stringy fibers.
Tamarind grows in India, Africa, Thailand, the Middle East, and in other tropical climates. It is used in ethnic cuisines, especially in chutneys, marinades, candies, syrups, and cocktails!
When it comes to tamarind margaritas, using Tajín Seasoning is definitely the way to go. This Mexican seasoning goes perfectly with tamarind margaritas and provides the right balance of salt, spice, and lime. So, skip the straws because you're going to want to taste this garnish!
Tamarind can be purchased as tamarind pods, tamarind puree, tamarind concentrate, and as a paste. You can find the pods and paste at most Middle Eastern, Asian, and Mexican markets. However, Amazon also carries most of these products.
👩🏼🍳 Pro Tips
- If you prefer, you can use tamarind paste instead of making tamarind syrup. The only drawback is that you will need to add syrup or orange liqueur to sweeten the drink. This step is not necessary when using tamarind syrup since it's well.... syrup.
- To learn more about tequila options, check out this Cosmopolitan post that covers the 15 Best Tequila Brands. I personally use Jose Cuervo, but I will leave the choice up to you.
- Serve this tamarind margarita with smoked carne asada for a delicious Mexican meal!
- In the place of lime juice, try using super juice; it's got great flavor and extends the amount of juice by seven times!
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Ingredients
Method
- Add Tajin seasoning on the rim of the glass by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping the glass in the Tajin seasoning. Set aside until needed.
- Mix tequila, tamarind syrup, fresh lime juice, and crushed ice in a cocktail shaker and shake until combined.
- Pour margarita mix into the prepared margarita glass, garnish with a slice of lime, and enjoy!
Nutrition
Notes
- If you prefer, you can use tamarind paste instead of making tamarind syrup. The only drawback is that you will need to add syrup or orange liqueur to sweeten the drink. This step is not necessary when using tamarind syrup since it's well.... syrup.
- To learn more about tequila options, check out this Cosmopolitan post that covers the 15 Best Tequila Brands. I personally use Jose Cuervo, but I will leave the choice up to you.
- Serve this tamarind margarita with smoked carne asada for a delicious Mexican meal!
- In the place of lime juice, try using super juice; it's got great flavor and extends the amount of juice by seven times!
Sandra says
Where is syrup recipe
Hilda Sterner says
Hi Sandra, the link is in the first paragraph.
Beni says
Great margarita!
HildaSterner says
Thanks, appreciate the comment and rating! 😘 I just got done drinking one.
Kelly Methey says
These look amazing! I just learned about Tajin seasoning when we went to lunch in Whitefish during the Parade of Homes!
Love your cactus glasses, so cute!
By the way, you forgot to put your spicy carrots recipe on your Mexican recipe list! They are not to be missed! Love them so much.
HildaSterner says
I've had my margarita glasses for years, but I just saw similar glasses at the dollar store last week.