Mastering the Margarita: Glassware, Salt Rims, and Flavour Upgrades

The Margarita is one of the most iconic cocktails in the world. Whether you're sipping one by the beach, in a bar, or making your own at home, there's always room to level up your Margarita game. From the right glassware to salt rim choices and flavoured variations, here’s how to make your Margarita even better!

Types of Margarita Glasses

Your choice of glass can completely change your Margarita experience. Here are the three most popular options:

1. The Classic Sombrero Margarita Glass

This is the glass most people associate with Margaritas – wide-rimmed, elegant, and designed for maximum salt-rim contact. It looks fancy and adds to the occasion, but it’s not always the most practical.

2. The Martini Glass

A great alternative to the classic Margarita glass. It still gives that sophisticated feel but with a slightly sleeker design. The downside? Easier to spill if you’re not careful!

3. The Double Old Fashioned Glass (On the Rocks)

Want a more relaxed, bar-style Margarita? Serve it in a Double Old Fashioned (DOF) glass over ice. This is a more modern take and keeps your drink cooler for longer, especially if you use large ice cubes instead of crushed ice.

👉 Pro tip: If you want to try different styles, check out Drinkstuff’s Margarita Glass Collection for the perfect serve.

Salt Rims: More Than Just Table Salt

Salt isn’t just for tradition – it enhances the flavour of your Margarita, balancing the tartness of lime and the sweetness of Triple Sec. But did you know you can take it up a notch?

Frona Fruit Rimming Powders

Why stop at regular salt when you can add an extra layer of flavour? Frona Rimming Powders come in exciting flavours like strawberry, coconut, passion fruit, and lime, giving your Margarita a burst of extra flavour with every sip.

👉 Check out the full range here: Frona Rimming Powders

How to Rim a Glass Like a Pro

1. Either run a lime wedge around the rim of the glass, or I actually prefer painting on Agave syrup.
2. Dip the rim into a plate of Frona Rimming Powder or coarse salt. Why not combine Salt with Chilli, Passion Fruit and Lime powders for a crazy Salt Rim!
3. Let it dry slightly before pouring your drink – no messy drips!

Bottled 100% Lime Juice vs Squeezing Fresh Limes

Ah, the fresh vs bottled lime juice debate. Many purists swear by fresh limes, but let's get real – fresh limes aren’t always practical.

The Case for Fresh Limes

• Maximum freshness
• Aromatic citrus oils from the peel enhance the drink

The Case for Bottled 100% Lime Juice

• Consistent flavour – no risk of sour or overripe limes
• More cost-effective – especially if you’re making multiple Margaritas. Bottled Lime juice is actually cheaper than actual Limes.
• Convenience – no juicing or sticky hands and just open a new bottle if you run out!

Drinkstuff stocks premium pre-squeezed lime juice that retains the brightness and zest of fresh limes while giving you perfect Margaritas every time.

👉 Pro tip: If you're making drinks in bulk, go for bottled lime juice for speed and consistency.

How to Make a Spicy Margarita 🌶️

Spicy Margaritas are one of the fastest-growing trends in the UK, and for good reason – they bring heat, complexity, and balance to the classic cocktail. But how do you get that perfect spicy kick without the hassle of muddling fresh chilli?

The Easy Way: Spicy Syrups

Instead of muddling jalapeños (which can be inconsistent and hard to control), swap out agave syrup for a spicy syrup. Drinkstuff sells premium spicy syrups that give you the right level of heat every time.

Spicy Margarita Recipe

• 50ml Tequila Blanco
• 25ml ODK Lime Juice
• 15ml Spicy Syrup (instead of agave)
• 10ml Triple Sec (optional)
• Shake with ice and strain into a glass with a Frona Chilli Pepper rim

🔥 Boom! You’ve got a perfectly balanced Spicy Margarita.

Flavoured Margaritas: Get Creative!

Why stop at classic or spicy? Flavoured Margaritas are a great way to mix things up – and the easiest way to do it is by swapping your agave syrup for flavoured syrups and purées.

Easy Flavoured Swaps:

🍓 Strawberry Margarita: Use strawberry purée or syrup

🥭 Mango Margarita: Use mango purée or syrup

🫐 Blueberry Margarita: Add blueberry syrup + muddled fresh berries

🥥 Coconut Margarita: Use coconut syrup & a coconut rim

👉 Drinkstuff has a full range of cocktail syrups and purées to take your Margarita game to the next level.

Final Margarita Tips

✅ Use quality tequila – a good 100% agave tequila makes all the difference

✅ Balance is key – keep your sweet, sour, and boozy elements in harmony

✅ Play with glassware, salt rims, and syrups to customise your perfect Margarita

Ready to shake up your best Margarita yet? Explore Drinkstuff’s cocktail tools, glassware, and syrups to make every sip amazing. 🍹🔥

👉 Check out Drinkstuff’s Margarita Collection for everything you need!