Orange POP Hallo-Rita Margarita! Easy Tequila Halloween Drink

Why Make This Recipe

The Orange POP Hallo-Rita Margarita is a fun and festive drink that’s perfect for Halloween celebrations. Its zesty flavor and vibrant color make it a showstopper at any spooky gathering. Plus, it’s easy to make, so you can enjoy more time with your friends instead of being stuck in the kitchen!

How to Make Orange POP Hallo-Rita Margarita

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Blanco Tequila (good quality such as Patron, Don Julio, Lost Altos, or Espolon silver tequila)
• ½ oz Agave Nectar
• ½ oz Fresh Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1½ oz Bubbly Orange Soda Pop (such as Fanta, Jarritos Mandarin, or Sunkist)
• 1 tsp Black or Orange Sanding Sugars
• 1 tsp Coarse Salt
• 1 slice Fresh Orange or Lime Wheels (for garnish)
• Skull Cocktail Skewers (optional for decor)

Directions:

1. Grab a small plate and add 1 tsp black sanding sugar and 1 tsp coarse sea salt.
2. Swipe the rim of your rocks glass with a fresh wedge of lime. Now dip the rocks glass into the mixture to coat the rim and set aside.
3. In a cocktail shaker, splash in the fresh lime juice, agave nectar, and 2 oz of good quality silver tequila.
4. Fill the shaker halfway with fresh ice. Cover and shake vigorously.
5. Pour this shaken mixture into the rocks glass, ice and all. Top off with 1½ to 2 oz of the orange soda pop to taste.
6. Top with fresh lime wheels or fresh orange wheels. Serve ice cold, serve immediately.

How to Serve Orange POP Hallo-Rita Margarita

Serve the Orange POP Hallo-Rita Margarita in a fun glass with a spooky garnish. You can use skull cocktail skewers for a decorative touch. This drink is best enjoyed immediately while it’s cold and bubbly.

How to Store Orange POP Hallo-Rita Margarita

It’s best to make this margarita fresh, but if you have leftovers, you can keep it in the fridge for a few hours. However, the carbonation from the soda may go flat, so enjoy it as soon as possible for the best taste!

Tips to Make Orange POP Hallo-Rita Margarita

• Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for a brighter flavor.
• Choose a good quality tequila for the best taste.
• Experiment with different brands of orange soda to find your favorite flavor.

Variation

If you want to switch it up, try adding a splash of flavored liqueur like triple sec or flavored vodka for an extra kick!

FAQs

1. Can I make this drink non-alcoholic?
Yes! You can skip the tequila and just mix the orange soda with lime juice and agave nectar for a fun mocktail.

2. What can I use instead of orange soda?
You can use lemon-lime soda or even ginger ale if you prefer a different flavor.

3. How can I make this drink spicier?
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or jalapeño slices to the shaker for an extra kick!

Orange POP Hallo-Rita Margarita

A fun and festive drink perfect for Halloween, featuring zesty flavors and vibrant colors.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 1 serving

Course: Cocktail, Drink

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Margarita

• 2 oz Blanco Tequila (good quality such as Patron, Don Julio, Lost Altos, or Espolon silver tequila) Use a good quality tequila for the best taste.
• ½ oz Agave Nectar
• ½ oz Fresh Lime Juice (freshly squeezed) Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for a brighter flavor.
• 1½ oz Bubbly Orange Soda Pop (such as Fanta, Jarritos Mandarin, or Sunkist) Experiment with different brands to find your favorite flavor.
• 1 tsp Black or Orange Sanding Sugars
• 1 tsp Coarse Salt
• 1 slice Fresh Orange or Lime Wheels (for garnish)
• 1 each Skull Cocktail Skewers (optional for decor) Use for a decorative touch.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Grab a small plate and add 1 tsp black sanding sugar and 1 tsp coarse sea salt.
2. Swipe the rim of your rocks glass with a fresh wedge of lime, then dip the glass into the mixture to coat the rim and set aside.

Mixing

1. In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh lime juice, agave nectar, and 2 oz of good quality silver tequila.
2. Fill the shaker halfway with fresh ice, cover, and shake vigorously.

Serving

1. Pour the shaken mixture into the prepared rocks glass, ice included.
2. Top off with 1½ to 2 oz of the orange soda pop to taste.
3. Garnish with fresh lime or orange wheels and serve immediately while cold.

Notes

Best enjoyed immediately for optimal carbonation. Can be stored in the fridge for a few hours, but may go flat.