Firecracker Berry Margarita Explosion

Name: Firecracker Berry Margarita Explosion
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 4-5 strawberries, chopped; 1 tablespoon sugar or honey; 1/2 cup water; 1-2 tablespoons tequila (adjust as desired; use lemon-lime soda or lime-aid for a non-alcoholic version); 1/2 tablespoon cointreau (use orange juice for a non-alcoholic version); 1-2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (adjust as desired; use if making the non-alcoholic version); 4-5 blueberries; 1 tablespoon sugar or honey; 1/2 cup water; 1-2 tablespoons tequila (adjust as desired; use lemon-lime soda or lime-aid for a non-alcoholic version); 1/2 tablespoon cointreau (use orange juice for a non-alcoholic version); 1-2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (adjust as desired; use if making the non-alcoholic version); Salt (for the rims); 2-3 scoops of vanilla coconut ice cream or regular vanilla bean ice cream; Lemon-lime soda water; Fresh strawberries and blueberries for garnish

These Firecracker Berry Margarita Floats are a delightful and fun cocktail treat, perfect for any festive occasion. Whether you're celebrating with friends or having a family gathering, these floats are a great way to spread joy and flavor. With a non-alcoholic version available, everyone can join in the fun and savor these delightful treats. The combination of strawberry and blueberry margarita flavors, topped with vanilla ice cream and a splash of soda water, creates a refreshing and visually stunning drink that will impress your guests.

Firecracker Berry Margarita Explosion

A festive and refreshing cocktail treat featuring strawberry and blueberry margarita flavors, vanilla ice cream, and a splash of soda water.

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

4-5 strawberries, chopped
1 tablespoon sugar or honey
1/2 cup water
1-2 tablespoons tequila (adjust as desired; use lemon-lime soda or lime-aid for a non-alcoholic version)
1/2 tablespoon cointreau (use orange juice for a non-alcoholic version)
1-2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (adjust as desired; use if making the non-alcoholic version)
4-5 blueberries
1 tablespoon sugar or honey
1/2 cup water
1-2 tablespoons tequila (adjust as desired; use lemon-lime soda or lime-aid for a non-alcoholic version)
1/2 tablespoon cointreau (use orange juice for a non-alcoholic version)
1-2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (adjust as desired; use if making the non-alcoholic version)
Salt (for the rims)
2-3 scoops of vanilla coconut ice cream or regular vanilla bean ice cream
Lemon-lime soda water
Fresh strawberries and blueberries for garnish

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down, about 5 minutes.
Remove from the heat and blend the mixture until smooth. Alternatively, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to extract the juices. Pour the mixture into a small juice jug and add the tequila (or lemon-lime soda), cointreau (or orange juice), and fresh lime juice. Refrigerate until cold or ready to use.
Repeat the same process with the blueberries, sugar, and water in a separate saucepan. Cook until the blueberries soften, then blend or strain the mixture, and add in the tequila (or lemon-lime soda), cointreau (or orange juice), and fresh lime juice. Refrigerate until cold or ready to use.
To assemble the floats, layer 1-2 tablespoons of strawberry margarita with a few fresh berries, 1 scoop of ice cream, and 1-2 tablespoons of blueberry margarita in a glass, leaving a little room at the top. Pour the soda water over the top until it reaches the lip of the glass. Enjoy!