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This pitcher margarita is the best way to serve margaritas for a crowd. No shaking, no math, just measure, mix, and party. Uno, dos, tres...tequila!

With this recipe, you can mix up the perfect batch of margaritas in a pitcher ahead of time, so you can sip with your friends instead of mixing one cocktail at a time.

a small glass of a margarita with a wedge of lime

Pitcher Margaritas for a Crowd

I love a good classic margarita, but when I have a house full of friends, shaking one at a time is the last thing I want to do. This pitcher margarita recipe? It's quick to mix and keep in the fridge, so I can simply pour, sip, and mingle.

It has the same bold, citrus-infused, crisp flavor I love, just scaled up for a crowd, as it serves 8. If we need another round, I often grab the blender and make the frozen margarita version.

a large pitcher of margaritas next to ingredients to make the drink

Pitcher Margarita Ratios

When it comes to making margaritas for a crowd, I keep it simple with a 1:1 tequila and Cointreau (triple sec) ratio (1 ½ cups each), slightly less lime juice (1 ¼ cups), and a 1:4 simple syrup to total alcohol ratio (¾ cup).

a closeup of a salt rimmed glass of a margarita with a lime wedge

How to Make a Pitcher of Margaritas

Mix all the ingredients in a pitcher and chill it in the fridge for at least an hour: tequila, Cointreau or triple sec, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup. Then, rim the glasses with salt (or not), fill with ice, and pour. A lime wedge keeps it classic and adds an extra zing.

How Long Will a Pitcher of Margaritas Last?

You can make this pitcher margarita ahead of time or on the day of. Either way, it stays fresh in the fridge for up to three days. Just keep it cold, give it a quick stir, and add ice when you're ready to serve and pour away.

What to Serve With a Margarita Pitcher

Margaritas always open up the appetite, which means grab some chips, make some quick blender salsa, and maybe some spicy guacamole. Need more food? Try these easy baked tacos or carne asada tacos, both of which feed plenty.

More Pitcher Cocktails

Other party-sized margs you can make ahead include blue Hawaiian Margaritas, Lemon-lime Margaritas, and a blueberry lime Margarita. You can always make a few and have options!

Best Pitcher Margarita Recipe

Servings: 8

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

This pitcher margarita is the best way to serve margaritas for a crowd. No shaking, no math, just measure, mix, and party. Uno, dos, tres...tequila!

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Ingredients

1 ½ cups tequila, silver or reposado
1 ½ cups Cointreau or triple sec
1 ¼ cups lime juice, 6-8 limes
¾ cup simple syrup
Salt for the rim, optional
1 Lime sliced into wedges, for garnish

Instructions

Fill the pitcher:

Measure and pour the tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and simple syrup into a pitcher. Add a small handful of ice and mix to come. Refrigerate.

Serve:

For salted glasses, prepare them by rubbing a lime wedge along the rim. Dip each glass in tequila salt and fill with fresh ice.
Give the margarita inside the pitcher a stir and pour over the prepared glasses. Garnish with a wedge of lime.