12 No-Fail Ways to Celebrate National Margarita Day
Sip and craft. Craft and sip. Repeat.
It’s not every Wednesday you have a totally legitimate reason to whip up a huge batch of margaritas, but today, my friends, it is that Wednesday. It’s National Margarita Day! I’ve rounded up an assortment of margarita recipes for every taste bud — including those who would rather eat their marg than drink it. I’ve also included a few margarita-inspired crafts, because what’s better than crafting while you sip?
DROOL-WORTHY RECIPES:
Mellow Melon Margarita
Muddled watermelon gives this fruity variation of the margarita a refreshing twist.
Make It: Mellow Melon Margarita Recipe
Tropical Margarita
Tropical Margarita
Mix up this classic lime margarita with a tropical twist to enjoy a summery sip any time of the year.
Photo by: H. Camille Smith
H. Camille Smith
If you’re a fan of tropical drinks, this one’s for you. Close your eyes, and let the orange, pineapple and coconut flavors take you straight to the beach.
Make It: Tropical Margarita Recipe
Coconut Mango Margarita
Coconut Mango Margarita 00:46
Coconut milk and mango give this margarita just enough sweetness, while jalapeno adds a spicy kick.
Snow Day Margarita
Snow Day Margaritas Recipe
Add freshly fallen snow to our easy margarita recipe to enjoy a taste of summer during the chilly depths of winter.
Photo by: H. Camille Smith
H. Camille Smith
Still dealing with wintry conditions? Put that snow to use, and make a batch of these frozen margaritas. No snow in sight? Crush some ice cubes in your blender, instead.
Make It: Snow Day Margarita Recipe
Margarita Float
Sam Henderson
Dessert plus margarita equals this beautiful concoction. Need I say more? Okay, LIME SHERBET. Now I’ve said enough.
Make It: Margarita Float Recipe
Gummy Worm Margarita
Classic Margaritas With a Candy Twist
Give a favorite childhood candy an adult twist by getting gummy worms drunk, then whipping up a tipsy worm's perfect match: a tasty, classic margarita.
Photo by: H. Camille Smith
H. Camille Smith
Tipsy gummy worms make this playful margarita colorful and extra-tasty.
Boozy Margarita Cupcakes
The gummy worm margarita is so delectable it has a dessert to match. Frosted vanilla cupcakes get a margarita-inspired update with this genius recipe. Sorry kids, these tequila-tinged treats are for adults only.
Make It: Boozy Margarita Cupcakes Recipe
Lavender Margarita
A calming take on the fun cocktail, the lavender margarita contains lavender simple syrup. Garnish the drink with dried lavender for a classy touch.
Make It: Lavender Margarita Recipe
Frozen Margie-Cadorita
This margarita, which boasts a helping of fresh avocado, is best served with guacamole and tortilla chips.
Key Lime Margarita Pie
Carrie-Anne Gonzalez
You’re guaranteed a slam-dunk by pairing any margarita with a slice of this key lime margarita pie. The delicious pie also serves as the perfect way to cap off a southwestern meal.
Make It: Key Lime Margarita Pie Recipe
CRAFT PAIRINGS:
DIY Tile Coasters
Colorful Tray Made From Mexican Tiles
Reinforce the design and style of your deck with carefully curated details like these trays, which feature unique Mexican tiles and pair perfectly with our DIY tile coasters.
Photo by: Bethany Nauert; Styled By: Paige Geffen
Bethany Nauert; Styled By: Paige Geffen
As you enjoy your current margarita, create these Mexican tile coasters for the margaritas of your future. They’re adorable and super-easy to craft.
Make It: Easy DIY Tile Coasters
DIY Fiesta-Style Table Linens
Mexican-Inspired Place Setting
Make your tabletop worthy of that gorgeous margarita by creating these colorful, fiesta-inspired table linens. The fun, bright colors are perfect for spring’s upcoming arrival.
Make It: Fiesta-Style Table Linens
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