The Best Coconut Margarita Recipe You’ll Make All Summer

Drinks, Recipes

July 8, 2026

If you’re anything like me and you like a good margarita, you’re going to want to know how to make this Coconut Margarita recipe.

These are my absolute favorite drink next to wine, and you need to know this recipe because it’s easy and it’s going to make you A LOT of friends.

If you’ve been looking for the best Coconut Margarita recipe, this refreshing cocktail combines coconut tequila, fresh lime juice, and agave for the perfect balance of tropical flavor and citrus. Whether you’re hosting friends, planning a summer gathering, or simply making happy hour at home a little more fun, this easy margarita recipe is always a crowd favorite.

It takes just a few ingredients, comes together in minutes, and tastes like something you’d order at a beachside resort.

If you love easy cocktail recipes, be sure to check out my Dirty Daiquiri Recipe!

Watch the Full Recipe

If you have any reason to make a margarita, which honestly, you don’t need a reason, watch the video below for the full recipe!

You’ll need:

Ingredients:

For the Margarita:

2 ounces of Coconut Tequila (my favorite is 1800 Coconut Tequila)
1 ounce fresh lime juice
½ ounce agave syrup
½ to ¾ ounce waterIce

For the Rim:

Tajín, salt, sugar, or your favorite margarita rimmer
Lime wedge

Optional Garnish:

Dried Orange slice or fresh lime

Plus a goooood cocktail shaker- I’m obsessed with this one from YETI. If you use a cocktail shaker often, I highlyyyy recommend. Plus they make the perfect gift!

How to Make a Coconut Margarita

Step 1: Rim Your Glass

We’re going to start with our glasses and rim them first.

Run a lime wedge around the outside rim of your glass. Dip the rim into Tajín, salt, sugar, or your favorite cocktail rimmer.

Personally, I love using a sweet and salty citrus blend because it’s so good and adds the perfect finishing touch.

This is the first step in a delicious margarita, and you cannot skip this one.

Step 2: Fill Your Glass with Ice

Add ice to your prepared glass and set aside while you make the margarita.

Step 3: Mix the Ingredients

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

Add:

2 ounces coconut tequila
1 ounce fresh lime juice
½ ounce agave syrup
½ to ¾ ounce water

The water may sound unusual, but it helps balance the flavors and creates the perfect smooth margarita.

Step 4: Shake Until Icy

Secure the lid and shake vigorously.

You have to shake it until it gets icy. Otherwise, it’s just kind of warm and yucky.

A good cocktail shaker makes all the difference. This is my favorite cocktail shaker to use for this recipe. Shake until the outside of the shaker feels cold and frosty.

Step 5: Pour and Garnish

Strain into your prepared glass over ice.

If you’re feeling extra fancy, garnish with a dried orange slice.

Perfection.

Tips for the Best Coconut Margarita

Use Fresh Lime Juice

Freshly squeezed lime juice gives this Coconut Margarita the best flavor and keeps it bright and refreshing.

Adjust the Sweetness

If you prefer a sweeter margarita, add a little extra agave. If you like your cocktails more tart, reduce it slightly.

Make a Pitcher of Coconut Margaritas

This is the perfect drink to make for hosting! Multiply the ingredients by the number of servings you need and keep chilled until ready to serve.

Serve up a Frozen Margarita

Blend all of the ingredients with ice for a frozen Coconut Margarita that’s perfect for hot summer days.

Fun Variations to Try

Garnish with toasted coconut for an extra tropical touch.
Add pineapple juice for a Coconut Pineapple Margarita.
Add a splash of orange liqueur for a more classic margarita flavor.

Why These Coconut Margaritas are my favorite

There’s a reason this is one of my favorite cocktails. It’s refreshing, easy to make, and always a hit when friends come over.

The coconut tequila gives it that tropical twist, while the fresh lime keeps everything bright and balanced. It’s the kind of drink that looks impressive but couldn’t be easier to throw together.

And honestly, if you need an excuse to make a margarita, this is it. Although if you’re anything like me, you probably don’t need a reason at all.

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Watch the Full Video Tutorial

If you haven’t watched it yet, check out the full recipe on my YouTube video! I walk you through the whole recipe step-by-step so you can see exactly how it all comes together.

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