Everything You Need to Know About Margarita Mix

The #1 cocktail in the world is the Margarita and that ranking has held steady for years. What makes a Margarita so special? The answer is simple: it’s a perfectly balanced beverage. The marriage of a good tequila with a premium Margarita Mix and a refined orange liqueur produces a cocktail fit for any occasion. It’s a good lunch cocktail, pre-game drink, Happy Hour beverage, and dinner pairing. As the makers of the best Margarita mix on the market (humble brag), we’re here to answer some our our reader’s most common questions.

Classic Margarita made with This Girl Walks Into a Bar Margarita Mix

Is Margarita Mix alcoholic?
This Girl Walks Into a Bar Margarita mix is not, but many are. If you’re looking for an RTD (ready to drink) Margarita, then a pre-made mix is a great option. You’ll cut down on how many ingredients you need to buy, bottles to recycle, and cost. However, most RTD Margarita mixes use a low-grade tequila, are high in sugar, and are loaded with preservatives. Choosing a non-alcoholic, organic Margarita mix allows you to control the calories, add the tequila of your choice, or abstain from alcohol all together with this virgin Margarita recipe.

Is Margarita Mix gluten free?
Most Margarita Mixes are gluten free but it’s important to read the label carefully. Our This Girl Walks Into a Bar Margarita mix is gluten free.

Is Margarita Mix good?
Margarita Mix is so good as long as you choose the right one for your tastes. When you’re selecting a good Margarita mix, look at the label and pay special attention to the sugar count, calorie count, sodium levels, and if there are any non-plant based preservatives in the recipe.

Is Margarita Mix sweet and sour?
Most margarita mixes are very sweet. To attain your desired level of sourness, you’ll need to spend some time doctoring those high sugar mixers with lime and/or lemon juice. This Girl Walks Into a Bar Margarita Mix is deliciously tart and leans on the sour side. We believe that if you start with a tart/sour base, you can create your own desired level of sweetness by adding triple sec, Cointreau, agave, simple syrup, or orange juice.

Is Margarita Mix the same as sweet and sour?
Our This Girl Walks Into a Bar Margarita Mix is esentially a sour mix, but it stands alone in this category. Most Margarita Mixes are very sweet, are high in sugar, and do not double as sour mixes.

Is Margarita Mix good with vodka?
Yes! Margarita Mix is not only good with vodka, but it’s also good with bourbon, whiskey, Japanese Whiskey, Irish Whiskey, rum, gin, and non-alcoholic spirits.

Frozen Strawberry Margarita Mix with This Girl Walks Into a Bar Margarita Mix

Can Margarita Mix go bad?
Yes - Margarita Mix can definitely go bad so be sure to follow the guidance on the bottle’s expiration date. However, organic mixers made with organic cane sugar might experience natural browning over time. Because consumers have become so accustomed to artificially colored, neon yellow mixers over the years, the natural color change in an organic Margarita Mix can cause alarm. However, discoloration is normal and is completely safe for consumption if used before the expiration date.

Can Margarita Mix make you sick?
You know what they say - too much of anything is never a good thing. If you’re drinking non-alcoholic Margarita Mix it depends on how much you’re consuming. Follow the serving guide on the bottle for guidance.

Can Margarita Mix be frozen?
Non-alcoholic Margarita Mix can be frozen, however keep in mind that alcohol-free liquids expand by about 9% in the freezer. That being said, it’s best to remove or consume at least 10% of the bottle before freezing so that it doesn’t explode. Margarita Mixes with alcohol likely will not freeze depending on the ABV.

What Margarita Mix is best?
Well, if you ask us, This Girl Walks Into a Bar’s certified organic Margarita Mix is the absolute best. It’s very low sugar, low carb, and low calorie, and is deliciously tart, leaving you room to customize your own level of sweetness.

What Margarita Mix do restaurant’s use?
Restaurants use a wide variety of Margarita Mixes. Some use inexpensive mixes that pour right out of the same spout of sodas. Other restaurants use mixers like ours or make their own.

How much Margarita Mix should I use with my tequila?
The general rule of thumb for a good Margarita Mix to tequila ratio is equal parts. We recommend two ounces of tequila to two ounces of Margarita Mix, and then an ounce to an ounce and a half of triple sec if you want to make it sweeter.

What can you add to Margarita Mix?
If you’re purchasing a premium, certified organic Margarita Mix there is nothing to add except the alcohol. You can add the traditional spirit tequila, or you can add any spirit of your choice like vodka, bourbon, whiskey, rum, gin, scotch, etc.. If you’re making a mocktail or non-alcoholic drink with you Margarita Mix, then sky is the limit on what you can add. Check out these 31 mocktail ideas using Margarita mix here.

Where can I buy Margarita Mix?
You can buy Margarita Mix from most grocery stores, specialty beverage stores, or online retailers such as Amazon.

Will Margarita Mix get me drunk?
If there is no alcohol in the Margarita Mix, then it will not get you drunk. As always, you should consume alcohol responsibly.

Strawberry Margarita with This Girl Walks Into a Bar Margarita Mix