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Beergarita (a.k.a.Bad idea) – the perfect summer cocktail

May 1, 2019 by Lucy Parissi 17 Comments

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Meet your new favourite drink – The Beergarita (a.k.a Bad Idea)! This ultra refreshing cocktail marries a Margarita with ice-cold beer – perfect for summer sipping.

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Glass of Beergarita with ice and lime wedges

I came up with the Bad Idea late one summer after having a particularly terrible, horrible no good, very bad day. Little did I know that my genius idea of combining a classic Margarita cocktail with ice-cold beer is actually an established drink… a Beergarita!

What’s in a name

When I first made this, in a bad tempered frenzy, my husband walked in the room and, spotting the tequila bottle, said “this is a really bad idea”. The name stuck!

But this refreshing cocktail is an absolutely excellent idea, whatever you choose to call it. Beergaritas are the perfect Cinco de Mayo or party drink, whether you are serving two or a crowd.

Beergarita cocktail topped with ice in a glass with lime wedges on the side

Beergarita ingredients

  • Tequila: I like using 100% agave silver tequila
  • Agave syrup: a staple ingredient in a Tommy’s Margarita where it replaces the orange liqueur, it adds a lovely touch of sweetness.
  • Orange liqueur: Curaçao, Triple Sec, or Cointreau although this is optional. If you prefer you can leave it out (but do add the agave syrup in that case).
  • Lime juice: I have muddled the lime but you could squeeze it if you prefer.
  • Ice-cold beer: preferably Corona or Bud Light.
  • Sea salt: to frost the glasses (I used Maldon)

How to make a Beergarita (for two)

Step 1. Chill two rocks or highball glasses in the freezer. Moisten the edge of the glass with a lime wedge and dip into a shallow plate filled with coarse sea salt to frost the rim.

Frosting a rocks glass with salt collage

Step 2. Cut one large lime into wedges and put into a jug or a cocktail mixing glass.

Step 3. Add the agave syrup and use a muddler or a clean rolling pin to muddle the limes, extracting their juice.

Preparing a Beergarita collage - muddling limes with agave syrup

Step 4. Add tequila, orange liqueur and plenty of ice and stir well.

Step 5. Strain the cocktail into the two prepared glasses.

Pouring margarita mix into a glass and topping with beer collage

Step 6. Add cracked ice and lime slices and top with the beer. Stir and enjoy!

Stirring a Beergarita in a rocks glass

How to make a pitcher of Beergaritas (or Margaritas)

Margaritas work on a 2:1:1 ratio – two measures of tequila, one measure of orange liqueur and one measure lime juice.

Here I have added another element, the agave syrup, so the ratio is 2:1:1:1/2. You have to bear in mind that the drink will be diluted when you add the beer which is why I like the added sweetness. But this is a personal preference and you can leave the agave syrup out if you prefer.

With this formula in mind, one cup (250ml) tequila, half a cup (125ml) orange liqueur, half a cup (125ml) fresh lime juice plus one quarter cup (about 60ml) agave syrup will make enough for at least five strong beergaritas.

You could easily stretch it to six or seven lighter ones. You will need 2-4 bottles of beer to top up – depending on how much you want to dilute your drink.

TOP TIP: If you are making the margarita base in advance, you can mix all the ingredients together in a jug and keep in the fridge until needed. Do not add any ice until you are ready to serve.

Pouring Corona beer into a glass of margarita cocktail

What to serve with Beergaritas

  • Fully-loaded vegetarian sweet potato nachos with guacamole and salsa
  • Cheesy Pulled Pork, Black Bean and Avocado Quesadillas
  • Lamb tacos al pastor
  • Prawn Tacos with Guacamole and Spicy Slaw
Beergarita cocktail in a rocks glass

Beergarita (a.k.a Bad Idea)

Lucy Parissi | Supergolden Bakes
Meet your new favourite summer drink – The Beergarita! This ultra refreshing cocktail marries a Margarita with ice-cold beer. If you prefer to cut down on the sweetness then leave out the agave syrup.
5 from 6 votes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beergarita, Cinco de Mayo drinks, Margarita, Party drink
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 229kcal

Ingredients

Ingredients for two servings

  • 80 ml (1/3 cup) Silver Tequila
  • 30 ml (1/8 cup) Triple Sec
  • 2 tbsp agave syrup
  • 1 bottle Corona or Bud Light
  • 1 large lime
  • Maldon salt for glasses (optional)
  • Lime slices to serve

Ingredients for a Beergarita pitcher (serves 5-7)

  • 250 ml (1 cup) Silver Tequila
  • 125 ml (1/2 cup) Triple Sec
  • 125 ml (1/2 cup) lime juice
  • 60 ml (1/4 cup) agave syrup
  • 3-5 bottles Corona or Bud Light
  • 2 limes cut into slices to serve

Instructions

How to make a Beergarita (for two)

  • Chill two rocks or highball glasses in the freezer. Moisten the edge of the glass with a lime wedge and dip into a shallow plate filled with coarse sea salt to frost the rim.
  • Cut one large lime into wedges and put into a jug or a cocktail mixing glass.
  • Add the agave syrup and use a muddler or a clean rolling pin to muddle the limes, extracting their juice.
  • Add tequila, orange liqueur and ice and stir well.
  • Strain the margarita into the two prepared glasses.
  • Add cracked ice and lime slices and top with the beer.

How to make a Beergarita pitcher

  • Put 5 (or up to 7) glasses in the freezer.
  • Combine the tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice and agave syrup if using in a jug. Chill until ready to serve.
  • When you are ready to serve add ice to the jug and stir.
  • Divide between the chilled glasses, add lime slices and top with ice-cold beer.

Notes

  • The agave syrup is optional – if you want to cut down on the sweetness you can leave it out.
  • Always taste your Margarita base before adding the beer – dip a straw into the mix and check you are happy with the levels of sweetness /lime. Adjust if necessary.

Nutritional Info

Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 34mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin C: 9.7mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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Comments

  1. Jennifer | SavorwithJennifer says

    May 2, 2019 at 4:34 pm

    5 stars
    We love to drink margaritas on the pontoon boat. This looks like the PERFECT summer cocktail to take to the lake with us!

    Reply
  2. Lisa says

    May 2, 2019 at 4:12 pm

    5 stars
    This post made me laugh! I love it! I have some friends who would totally be into your “bad idea” haha! 🙂

    Reply
    • Lucy Parissi says

      May 3, 2019 at 11:32 am

      Sometimes bad ideas (and decisions) are the best!

      Reply
  3. Kate says

    May 2, 2019 at 4:11 pm

    5 stars
    These are so beautifully done! I think I’ll make these tonight! 🙂

    Reply
    • Lucy Parissi says

      May 3, 2019 at 11:32 am

      Wish I could join you!

      Reply
  4. Beth Pierce says

    May 2, 2019 at 3:05 pm

    5 stars
    What a cool and refreshing drink with a kick! Great for those hot summer days!

    Reply
  5. Monica says

    May 2, 2019 at 2:43 pm

    5 stars
    Yes! We’re hosting dinner on Sunday night and this will be the perfect Cinco de Mayo drink!

    Reply
  6. Natalie Crossan says

    October 13, 2014 at 6:45 am

    ooh love this 🙂 xx

    Reply
  7. Sam Williams says

    September 16, 2014 at 6:15 am

    Sounds like a very good idea to me

    Reply
  8. Sarah Lewis says

    July 8, 2014 at 11:36 am

    Who yes please this looks just up my street x

    Reply
  9. Abigail Cullen says

    June 27, 2014 at 5:37 pm

    Wow, What a not so bad idea for a thirst quenching drink.

    Reply
  10. Unknown says

    May 29, 2014 at 11:48 am

    nice

    Reply
  11. tinkertink2010 says

    May 23, 2014 at 10:16 pm

    A very good idea 🙂

    Reply
  12. Laura says

    May 21, 2014 at 11:44 pm

    This looks so good, I'll have to try making some this summer!
    And aww your son sounds adorable 😀

    Reply
  13. Beverley says

    May 16, 2014 at 9:32 am

    Wow – that looks refreshing! Not a bad idea at all!

    Reply
  14. Arabella says

    May 12, 2014 at 7:37 pm

    I can't say I really like tequila or beer but your Bad Idea doesn't sound bad at all. I think there is a general principle to cocktails in that if you add any sort of fruit juice it will work and if you drink two you won't care if it does or not. 😉

    Reply
  15. Angela @ My Golden Pear says

    March 9, 2014 at 6:12 pm

    Oh yes please. I much prefer your name for them to the beer 'garita that I know them by and I have to agree they are super refreshing and very moreish. Your pics make me wish I had one right now.

    Reply

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