Frozen Margarita
The Frozen Margarita is a popular blended cocktail made with tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur, often sweetened and blended with ice to create a slushy, refreshing drink. It's a staple of Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine and is widely enjoyed in bars and restaurants around the world, especially during warm weather.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is high in carbohydrates and sugar due to the added sweeteners and fruit juices, with virtually no protein or fat. A typical serving contains around 200-300 calories, depending on the recipe and portion size.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 275 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 32 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Magnesium | 8 mg |
| Folate | 15 µg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 20 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The Frozen Margarita was popularized in the 1970s and is credited with helping to launch the modern frozen cocktail trend. Nutritionally, it's a source of quick energy from its sugars but lacks significant vitamins or minerals, making it a treat best enjoyed in moderation.
