Hosting a party but don’t want to play bartender all night? Enter Margaritas with Mix and Lemon Garnish—your new best friend. This cocktail takes minimal effort and delivers maximum fun. Forget the hours of juicing limes and meticulously measuring ingredients. Grab a margarita mix, some tequila, and let the lemon garnish do the “fancy” part. It’s easy, quick, and perfect for when you want to look like you tried harder than you actually did. With a drink this simple, you’ll have more time to enjoy your guests—or avoid them entirely, your call.
Margaritas with Mix and Lemon Garnish: Easy, Quick Beverages for Fun Party Hosting
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila don’t skimp
- 4 oz margarita mix store-bought, because life’s too short
- Ice plenty
- Lemon wedges for garnish
- Salt or sugar for rimming the glass optional
Instructions
- Prepare the rim: Rub a lemon wedge around the glass rim and dip it into salt or sugar.
- Shake it up: In a shaker, combine tequila, margarita mix, and ice. Shake well until chilled.
- Serve: Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lemon wedge.
- Sip: Raise a toast to shortcuts and enjoy.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 200
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Calcium: 1%
- Iron: 1%
- Potassium: 2%
- Magnesium: 1%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For a twist, use flavored margarita mix—mango, strawberry, or whatever catches your eye at the store.
- Want to get wild? Add a splash of soda water for some bubbles.
Summary of the Recipe
This quick margarita uses store-bought mix and a lemon garnish, perfect for fast, no-fuss party drinks.
Servings of the Recipe
Serves 2, because nobody drinks alone at a party (or do they?).
Estimated Cost of the Recipe
Around $8–$10, cheaper than your overpriced margarita bar.
Prep Time of the Recipe
Takes just 3 minutes—no stress, no sweat.
Cook Time of the Recipe
No cooking. Seriously, just pour and mix.
Total Time Taken to Prepare the Recipe
3 minutes flat. Blink, and it’s ready.
Course
Drinks, because that’s what keeps the party alive.
Cuisine
Mexican—thank tequila for that.
Equipment Required
- Cocktail shaker (or a sturdy jar if you’re feeling resourceful)
- Jigger or shot glass (for precise-ish measuring)
- Rocks glasses
- Small plate (for salt or sugar rim)
Ingredients & Quantities Required
- 2 oz tequila (don’t skimp)
- 4 oz margarita mix (store-bought, because life’s too short)
- Ice (plenty)
- Lemon wedges for garnish
- Salt or sugar for rimming the glass (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the rim: Rub a lemon wedge around the glass rim and dip it into salt or sugar.
- Shake it up: In a shaker, combine tequila, margarita mix, and ice. Shake well until chilled.
- Serve: Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lemon wedge.
- Sip: Raise a toast to shortcuts and enjoy.
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 200
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Calcium: 1%
- Iron: 1%
- Potassium: 2%
- Magnesium: 1%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For a twist, use flavored margarita mix—mango, strawberry, or whatever catches your eye at the store.
- Want to get wild? Add a splash of soda water for some bubbles.
