
Citrus Adobo Margarita Recipe
Citrus adobo margarita recipe combines bright lime and orange juice with smoky, spicy adobo essence for complex flavor layering. This sophisticated cocktail showcases the marriage between fresh citrus brightness and the deep, smoky heat of adobo seasonings. Perfect for those who appreciate complex, authentically Mexican flavor profiles.

This citrus adobo Margarita combines the bright flavors of fresh lime and orange juice with the smoky, spicy essence of adobo sauce. It is the perfect blend of zesty, spicy, and refreshing! For an extra smoky kick, use half silver tequila and half mezcal.
Ingredients
2 lime wedges
1 teaspoon chili-lime seasoning (such as Tajin®)
2 cups ice , or as needed
1 1/2 fluid ounces silver tequila
1 fluid ounce triple sec or other orange liqueur
1 fluid ounce fresh lime juice
1 fluid ounce fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon adobo sauce (from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce)
1 teaspoon agave syrup
Directions
Sprinkle chili lime seasoning onto a plate. Moisten the rim of a glass with a lime wedge. Press the moistened rim into the seasoning. Fill the glass with ice.
Fill a cocktail shaker with tequila, triple sec, lime juice, orange juice, adobo sauce, and agave syrup. Add 1 cup ice. Seal and shake vigorously until outside is frosted, 10 to 15 seconds.
Strain margarita into the glass and garnish with remaining lime wedge.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
276 | Calories |
1g | Fat |
33g | Carbs |
2g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 1 | |
Calories 276 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 1g | 1% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 1% |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 792mg | 34% |
Total Carbohydrate 33g | 12% |
Dietary Fiber 5g | 18% |
Total Sugars 17g | |
Protein 2g | 3% |
Vitamin C 66mg | 73% |
Calcium 105mg | 8% |
Iron 2mg | 13% |
Potassium 295mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.