While I was growing up, passion fruit was a staple in my home. My aunt would serve her thirst-quenching passion fruit juice when the neighborhood kids and I took a break from playing. However, it wasn’t until many years later, on vacation in Mexico, that I tasted a passion fruit margarita! I was blown away by both the aroma and the bold flavor combinations. When I returned home, the first thing I did was try my hand at recreating and personalizing that appetizing drink! Although I can’t travel to Mexico every year, every time I make this unique drink, it transports me back to that tropical paradise.
What is Passion Fruit?
Passion fruit is a round or oval-shaped fruit that can be yellow, red, purple, or green. The fruit grows on a vine in many South American and African countries, parts of the US, and other countries. Inside, it has a juicy, edible pulp stuffed with numerous seeds. Both the pulp and the seeds are edible, although the seeds are pretty tart.
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Passion Fruit Margaritas
Prepare the Glasses – Rim a glass with fresh lime. Twist in salt and set aside. (Photos 1-4)Make the Margaritas – Add all the ingredients into a shaker and shake well. (Photos 5-7)Strain into a glass, either as it is or with more ice. (Photo 8)Garnish – Top with mint leaves, passion fruit slices, and lime slices. You can also top with a few of the seeds that are relatively separated.
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
These margaritas come together as easy as uno, dos, tres! However, if you choose to use all homemade ingredients, you will probably want to make the puree and the sugar syrup ahead of time. The sugar syrup can be kept on hand for up to a month. And if you want to have the margaritas ready and chilled for when your guests arrive, you can make a pitcher of margaritas earlier in the day and keep it in the fridge. Of course, you’ll want to give it a quick stir before serving!
Serving and Storage Instructions
Best served freshly made and super cold! In the event you have leftovers (highly doubtful, if you ask me!), you can store these cocktails in the fridge for two weeks!
What to Serve With Passion Fruit Margaritas
I love to recreate the moment I discovered this sensational margarita and go full-on Mexican! Think Beef Birria Tacos and Chicken Enchiladas for the main course. And who can resist a light and fluffy Tres Leches Cake or a rich and creamy Chocoflan for dessert?
More Refreshing Summer Drink Recipes to Try
Since summer is the season of fruity drinks, take advantage of the season and try one of these thirst-quenchers! I’ve included some non-alcoholic numbers, as well. Remember to always drink responsibly!
Conclusion
It’s time to get passionate about a passion fruit margarita! This tropical delight is the perfect summer beverage, whether you’re hosting a Mexican fiesta or just chilling at home on a little staycation. Please rate the recipe below and let me know what you thought of this refreshing and exciting twist on a classic.
Watch How to Make It
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