Spiked Tropical Green Juice (aka Green Margarita)

All week long we’ve been celebrating the start of the AK Summer Series highlighting new produce each week, and I’m so excited to share that we’ll be capping off each week with a brand new seasonal cocktail recipe!

Summer Fridays just got better with this first recipe: a spiked tropical green juice, aka a delicious green margarita. Rebecca had a similar cocktail years ago and loved it so much that she’s serving it at her wedding this fall! How lucky that we get to share it with all of you?!

This incredible green juice cocktail is herby, a little spicy, perfectly sweet with tropical flavors, and SO refreshing. If you’ve been looking for a garden-inspired cocktail to use up the herbs growing in your yard, this is the perfect one. Enjoy it on a hot summer day with friends and loved ones!

🥒 Green Juice Margarita — A Fresh Twist on Cocktails

It’s green juice... with a party twist!

🥂 Why You'll Love It

• A refreshing blend of green juice and margarita.

• Packed with herbs and tropical fruit.

• No celery juice brewing here — just a Friday night green cocktail done right.

• Unlike other green margaritas using blue curacao or Aperol for color, this one is made naturally with fresh herbs and ingredients.

🧃 Ingredients in This Green Margarita

You’ll need just 6 simple, fresh ingredients:

• Tequila

  • Use silver tequila (blanco) for best results.

  • Not a tequila fan? Substitute with vodka or gin.

• Cold water

  • Helps blend ingredients and balance flavors.

• Fresh lime juice

  • A margarita essential!

• Sweetener (optional)

  • Add agave or homemade simple syrup (see recipe below).

• Pineapple

  • Fresh chunks for tropical flavor.

• Herbs & heat

  • Fresh mint and cilantro for herby depth.

  • Add sliced jalapeño if you want some spice!

🍍 Ingredient Swaps

• Different fruit options:

  • Use mango for more tropical flair.

  • For a “true” green juice vibe, try green apple.

🍯 DIY Simple Syrup

A quick, no-cook method:

1. Add equal parts granulated sugar and water (e.g., 2 tablespoons each) into a small jar.

2. Shake for 1–2 minutes until sugar dissolves.

Done!

🍸 Garnish Like a Pro

• Salt the rim:

  1. Rub a lime wedge around the glass rim.

  2. Dip into kosher or coarse salt.

• Final touches:

  • Top each drink with a sprig of mint or cilantro.

  • Add a slice of jalapeño for a visual and spicy kick.

🥶 How to Make the Green Margarita

1. Prep your glasses

   • Salt the rims (optional) and add ice.

2. Blend the margarita

   • Combine all ingredients in a blender.

   • Blend until smooth and herbs are finely processed.

3. Pour and garnish

   • Pour into prepared glasses.

   • Add garnishes and enjoy immediately.

🧽 Do I Need to Strain It?

• Usually not needed — fresh pineapple and herbs blend well.

• Optional: If your blender leaves larger herb pieces, strain through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.

🥳 Make It Party-Ready

• Triple or quadruple the recipe.

• Blend and serve in a pitcher for easy pouring at gatherings.

🍹 Favorite Cocktail-Making Tools

• A good cocktail shaker

• A strainer, if your shaker doesn’t include one

• A sturdy hand juicer

• Cute margarita glasses (like in the photos!)

• A large pitcher for serving a crowd