Coconut Lavender Margarita

If you've been looking for a margarita that feels a little more special than your average lime-and-tequila situation, this coconut lavender margarita is exactly that. It's creamy, floral, and just the right amount of tropical, with a beautiful pale purple hue that makes it as gorgeous to look at as it is to drink. This is the cocktail you make when you want to impress people without spending all day in the kitchen.

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You’ll love this Coconut lavender margarita

It’s perfectly floral and sweet. The lavender syrup brings a delicate, fragrant sweetness that plays beautifully against the brightness of fresh lime juice and the smooth richness of coconut. It's not overpoweringly floral, it's just enough to make the drink feel unique and special.

It’s delicious. The combination of blanco tequila, creme de coconut, and lavender syrup is seriously one of the best flavor combinations in cocktail form. Tropical, creamy, citrusy, and floral all at once. Once you try it, you'll want it on repeat all spring and summer long.

It’s so easy to make. A few ingredients, a cocktail shaker, and five minutes is all you need. This is one of those cocktails that looks and tastes impressive but comes together without any fuss.

Ingredients

Blanco Tequila. ​​Blanco tequila (also called silver or white tequila) is the perfect base for this cocktail. It's clean and bright with a subtle agave flavor that doesn't compete with the lavender and coconut. Go for a 100% agave blanco for the best results. Espolon, Casamigos Blanco, or Olmeca Altos are all great picks at different price points.

Lime Juice. Always use fresh lime juice in your margaritas. The bright, tart citrus is what keeps this drink from tipping too sweet, and fresh-squeezed lime juice has a flavor that bottled juice simply cannot replicate. Plan on about 1 to 2 limes per cocktail.

Lavender Syrup. This is what gives the coconut lavender margarita its signature floral flavor and that beautiful soft purple color. You can buy lavender simple syrup at many grocery stores, Amazon, and specialty food shops, or make your own at home in about 10 minutes by simmering equal parts water and sugar with a tablespoon of dried culinary lavender, then straining. Homemade lavender syrup stores well in the fridge for up to two weeks.

Creme de Coconut. Not to be confused with coconut cream or coconut milk, creme de coconut is a sweetened coconut product that adds richness, creaminess, and a smooth tropical sweetness to cocktails. Coco Lopez is the most popular and widely available brand and is perfect for this recipe. You can find it at most well-stocked grocery stores or liquor stores.

How to make a Coconut lavender margarita

1. Prep your glass. If you're adding a sugar rim, run a lime wedge around the edge of your glass, then dip it in granulated sugar or a lavender sugar blend. Set aside. For an extra-cold drink, pop your glass in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes before making your cocktail.
2. Fill your cocktail shaker with ice.
3. Add the blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, lavender syrup, and creme de coconut to the shaker. Seal it up and shake vigorously for 20 to 30 seconds until the shaker is very cold on the outside.
4. Pour into your prepared glass. You can strain it over fresh ice for a cleaner presentation, or pour it unstrained for a more casual, ice-included serve.
5. Garnish and enjoy!

TIP: Because creme de coconut is thick and sweet, give your shaker a really good, hard shake to make sure everything is fully incorporated and the drink is smooth and creamy throughout.

Substitutions and variations

Reposado Tequila. Want a little more depth and warmth in your coconut lavender margarita? Swap the blanco for a reposado tequila. Reposado is aged in oak barrels, which gives it subtle vanilla and caramel notes that pair beautifully with the lavender and coconut.

Coconut Vodka. Not a tequila person? A good coconut vodka (like Malibu or Absolut Coconut) is a fun swap that keeps the tropical coconut vibe while making this more of a coconut lavender cocktail for non-tequila drinkers.

Lavender Lemonade Margarita. Swap the lime juice for fresh lemon juice to make more of a lavender lemonade margarita variation. It's a little softer and less tart, and the lemon plays really nicely with lavender.

Garnish ideas

• Lavender Sprig
• Lime Wheel
• Sugar Rim
• Purple Edible Flowers

How to make a big batch of this Coconut lavender margarita

This coconut lavender margarita is perfect for batching ahead of time because there are no carbonated ingredients to worry about. Make a big pitcher the morning of your party, refrigerate it, and shake or stir individual servings to order.

For 8 to 10 servings, combine in a large pitcher:

• 2 cups blanco tequila
• 1 cup fresh lime juice (about 8 to 10 limes)
• ¾ cup lavender syrup
• 1 cup creme de coconut

Stir everything together, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve. The creme de coconut may separate slightly as it sits, so give the pitcher a good stir before pouring. Shake individual servings over ice for the best texture, or pour over ice directly from the pitcher for a casual crowd-friendly setup. Garnish with a lavender sprig and a lime wheel and serve!

FAQs

Do lavender and coconut go well together?

Yes, lavender and coconut are a genuinely wonderful flavor pairing. Lavender has a delicate floral sweetness with a slightly herbal, almost honey-like quality, while coconut is rich, creamy, and tropical. The two flavors complement each other without competing!

Do tequila and lavender go together?

Absolutely. Tequila and lavender are a fantastic combination. Blanco tequila, with its clean agave flavor and subtle citrus and vegetal notes, pairs beautifully with the floral, slightly herbal quality of lavender.

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