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Fresh Peach Margaritas

posted by Liz Berg on July 8, 2016 (updated 11/17/22)

The summer kicked off with a blast of heat and humidity. Sipping on chilled Fresh Peach Margaritas is a most delightful way to cool down on a sultry July evening.

Sweet, fresh peaches are a highlight of summer. This Peach Cocktail has all the loveliness you’d expect in a margarita, except with the addition of sweetened peach puree. They’re incredibly delicious!!

Fresh Peach Margaritas in a martini glass.

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1 Why You Must Make

2 Expert Tips

3 Frequently Asked Questions

4 You May Also Like:

5 Fresh Peach Margaritas Recipe

Why You Must Make

We have a terrific produce stand down the street. Their tender sweet corn and ripe, juicy peaches are my two favorite summer foods. Right now, we’re savoring fresh Georgia peaches, then we’ll get an east coast crop before local Indiana and Michigan peaches are harvested.

If you have access to fresh, sweet, seasonal peaches, these margaritas will rock your world!
There are only so many peach pies and cobblers you can make. Try a cocktail instead.
Entertaining on the 4th of July or anytime during the summer? You’ll wow your guests with this margarita recipe!

I set always set aside some of this luscious fruit for a signature cocktail.

Two Peach Margaritas in highball glasses.

Expert Tips

Margaritas aren’t complicated, but here are some tips for making perfect peach margaritas!

For the best results, you must start with the peak of the season fruit. If your peaches aren’t ripe and flavorful, your margaritas will be lackluster.
PRO-Tip: Decent fresh peaches are not always available, so you could definitely try making these with canned peaches. Use 4 peach halves instead of the two fresh peaches. Peaches are canned at their prime, so the flavor should be wonderful, too. If your peaches are covered in a heavy syrup, you may want to rinse them off before you puree them.
Freshly squeezed lime juice is imperative, too. Don’t even think of buying anything in a bottle.
To balance the tart lime, use a top-notch sweetener, I love organic sugar.
For a beautiful presentation, garnish your glass with a thin slice of lime or peach. I use a knife to make a cut from the rind or peel to the middle of the slice and use that opening to hook the fruit on the cup.
If you like some added bling, dip the rim of your glass into lime juice, then into sugar (or salt if that’s your preference).

Peach Margaritas in a martini glass garnished with a slice of lime.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Margaritas?

Most everyone knows a margarita is a cocktail made with tequila, triple sec, and lime juice. The rim of the glass is often dipped in lime juice, then coarse salt. They can be served on the rocks or blended with ice for a slushy cocktail.

Can Another Orange Liqueur Be Used Instead of Triple Sec?

Yes. Triple Sec is traditional, but Grand Marnier or Cointreau can be used instead.

What Kind of Tequila is Best for a Margarita?

Tequila is crucial for a margarita cocktail. Blanco, white or silver tequila is recommended. It’s a clear, unaged (or very young) liquor with highlights of agave. The label should read 100% pure agave.

Who Invented the Margarita?

The earliest claim dates back to 1938. The story goes that Carlos “Danny” Herrera developed the margarita at his Tijuana restaurant, Rancho La Gloria. Allegedly, an aspiring actress with allergies to all hard liquor except tequila was asking for a drink. Danny mixed up the ingredients that usually went with a shot of tequila and made them into the combination that’s now known as a margarita.