My frozen Hennessy margarita is THEE drink to get the summer party started--but it's so simple to make you can enjoy it for your after-work wind down, too. Make this cocktail when you want something smooth yet sneakily strong.
And if you enjoy this recipe, you'll love my frozen lychee martini, too!
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❤️ Why You'll Love this Recipe
Quick and Easy - If you have five minutes, you can mix up this simple Hennessy margarita recipe in your blender. No fancy frozen cocktail machine needed.
Big Batch Option - Once you sip, you'll want to share with your people, so I have instructions to make by the pitcher included for you below!
I have plenty more delicious drinks made with cognac, like my White Hennessy daiquiri, classic sazerac with cognac, and Henny party punch!
What You'll Need for this Recipe
Hennessy, of course. Use VS, VSOP, XO, Hennessy Pure White, or whichever expression you prefer. The taste will come through, so don't be shy about using the good stuff!
Blanco Tequila, also called silver tequila, works well in this recipe because it has the crisp, agave-forward flavor we traditionally associate with margaritas. Or you can use reposado, which has oaky, caramel notes that blend nicely with the cognac.
Orange Zest + Sugar are optional but strongly encouraged, not only for a pretty presentation but also for a citrusy-sweet flavor contrast with each sip.
Check out the recipe card below for full ingredients list, measurements, nutrition facts, and step-by-step instructions!
Substitutions & Variations
Orange Liqueur - Grab the brand you enjoy in your margaritas, from Triple Sec to Cointreau, to Grand Marnier--which has cognac in it, so it's a great fit here.
Sweetener - I used maple syrup in this recipe, but have successfully tested it with simple syrup, agave nectar, and honey syrup, so use whichever one you like best and have available.
Fruit Flavors - You can change things up by using half ice and half frozen fruit in this drink. From a mango Hennessy margarita to peach, pineapple, passion fruit or strawberry, the options are nearly endless.
How to Make a Hennessy Margarita Frozen
- Step 1: Zest an orange, then use your fingers to press it together with sugar.
- Step 2: Rim a glass with citrus juice then coat it with the zest and sugar mix.
- Step 3: Add cocktail ingredients to a blender, then pulse until smooth and uniform.
- Step 4: Pour into glass, garnish with a twist of orange, and serve.
Pro Tip #1
If you don't have a jigger to measure out the liquid ingredients, you can use a shot glass, which holds the same volume as the larger end of a jigger.
Frequently Asked Questions
Add four ounces Hennessy cognac, four ounces tequila, three ounces orange liqueur, three ounces lime juice, and two ounces orange juice to a blender with six cups of ice. Cover and pulse until smooth and uniform, then pour into glasses. Serves four.
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📖 Recipe
Frozen Hennessy Margarita
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 orange
- 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar or sanding sugar or sugar sprinkles
- 1 ½ cup ice
- 1 ounce Hennessy cognac
- 1 ounce blanco tequila
- ¾ ounce orange liqueur
- ¾ ounce lime juice
- ¾ ounce maple syrup or sweetener of your choice
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Zest the orange and press it into the sugar. Run the juicy part of the orange around the rim of your glass, then dip the rim into the sugar and orange zest mixture to coat. Set aside.1 orange, 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar
- Blend the Cocktail: Add ice, Hennessy, tequila, orange liqeuer, ½ an ounce of juice from the orange, lime juice, and sweetener to blender. Cover then pulse until smooth and uniform.1 ½ cup ice, 1 ounce Hennessy cognac, 1 ounce blanco tequila, ¾ ounce orange liqueur, ¾ ounce lime juice, ¾ ounce maple syrup
- Serve: Pour cocktail into prepared glass and garnish with a twisted orange peel, if desired. Serve cold and enjoy responsibly!
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