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Black Magic Margarita Cocktail Drink

Black Magic Margarita Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Summer gets exciting with our Black Magic Margarita recipe! The Tequila, lime juice, triple sec, and activated charcoal lemonade create a cocktail ideal for those chilly autumn evenings.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 240

Ingredients
 

  • 2 oz Tequila
  • 1 oz Triple Sec
  • 1 oz lime juice
  • 1 oz activated charcoal lemonade
  • Ice cubes
  • Lime wheel or twist - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Margarita Glass
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Shaker

Instructions

  • Prep Glass: Fill your Margarita glass with ice cubes, stir, and set aside.
  • Add Lime Juice: Pour 1 oz lime juice into the shaker.
  • Add Charcoal Lemonade: Add 1 oz activated charcoal lemonade to the mix.
  • Add Triple Sec: Measure and pour 1 oz Triple Sec into the shaker.
  • Add Tequila: Pour 2 oz Tequila into the shaker.
  • Shake Well: Ice up the shaker and shake everything until well-mixed.
  • Pour: Strain the mixture into your Margarita glass over fresh ice.
  • Garnish: Place a lime wheel or twist onto the rim of the glass for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Tequila: If you're out of Tequila, use vodka as a substitute. It won't have the same flavor profile but will still make a tasty drink.
  • Triple Sec: Cointreau, Orange Curaçao, and Grand Marnier are an excellent alternative if you don't have Triple Sec on hand.
  • Activated Charcoal Lemonade: If you can't find this, you can make your own by adding activated charcoal powder to regular lemonade. Be aware that consuming too much-activated charcoal can interfere with certain medications.

Making a Pitcher of Black Magic Margarita:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of Tequila, 8 oz of Triple Sec, 8 oz of lime juice, and 8 oz of activated charcoal lemonade.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Tequila, Triple Sec, lime juice, and activated charcoal lemonade. Stir well.
  • Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled Margarita glasses, garnish with a lime wheel or twist, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Tequila Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic tequila substitute; these are available and reasonably mimic Tequila's flavor.
  • Triple Sec Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic orange liqueur or a simple syrup infused with orange peel.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.

Making it Vegan:

This recipe is already vegan-friendly as it doesn't contain any animal products.