Ninja Slushi Margaritas

Learn how to make margaritas in the Ninja Slushi machine without pre-made margarita mix. You can use blanco or reposado tequila in this recipe.

I probably make more margaritas in the Ninja Slushi than any other cocktail. There’s really nothing better than an ice cold margarita on a hot day, and I never get bored because you can make so many different flavors!

I’ve found that the easiest way to make slushie margaritas is by starting with a base of limeade. In my opinion, it tastes a lot better than pre-bottled margarita mix and is just as convenient.

I’m also including measurements so that you can make it with fresh lime juice, if you’d prefer.

Ingredients

• Limeade – Using store-bought limeade is my favorite hack for easy margaritas in the Ninja Slushi, but you can substitute with 1 cup fresh-squeezed lime juice, 1 cup simple syrup, and 2 cups water.
• Triple Sec – This orange flavored liqueur is an essential part of the classic margarita flavor. You can substitute Grand Marnier if you’re going for an elevated cocktail (like a Cadillac margarita).
• Tequila – Use your favorite tequila.
• Water – Lemon-lime soda can work in place of the water.

Flavors & Variations

There’s truly an endless amount of flavors you can make. You can use flavored syrups, or my personal preference – fruit purées.

Strawberry or mango are my two favorites. They’re especially delicious when combined! Blackberry and peach are both great too.

Substitute the triple sec with blue curaçao and you’ll get a blue margarita slushie, or replace it with melon liqueur for a Midori version.

Play around with different flavors and liqueurs and let me know your favorite flavor combos in the comments!

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Tips

• Rub the outside of the rims of your glasses with a lime, then roll in salt or tajin (so good with a mango margarita!).
• You can dispense any leftovers into a Yeti pitcher. When stored in the fridge it can keep its consistency for a day or two.
• If you’re serving at a party or to a larger group, make a second batch in a large container or pitcher and you can top off the slushi machine as needed.