Can you substitute rum for tequila in a margarita?

If you want to make a margarita with rum instead of tequila, you have come to the right place! Not everyone is a fan of tequila but still love a classic margarita. The good news is that a margarita is a super versatile cocktail and can be made with rum, gin or vodka (check out my awesome Vodka Margarita).

What is the best mixture with rum?

What Drinks Are Good Mixers For Rum?

• Tonic Water. The first of the good mixers for rum is tonic water.
• Lime Juice With A Slice Of Lemon.
• Ginger Ale.
• Orange Juice.
• Coconut Water.
• Cranberry Juice.
• Grapefruit Juice.

Whats the secret to a good margarita?

The secret to a better marg is in the juice. That means freshly squeezed lime juice (not the bottled stuff), and—here’s the real secret—a splash of fresh OJ. That’s right. Fresh-squeezed juice from an *actual* orange, NOT orange-flavored liqueur, is the secret to a cleaner tasting, more refreshing margarita.

What can I substitute for tequila in a margarita?

Substitutes With Alcohol

• For a very similar flavor, but stronger, you can use Mezcal.
• You won’t get the characteristic flavor but you can swap vodka for the tequila.
• OR – Use Pisco if you have it.
• OR – Use gin.
• OR – Use white rum in place of white (blanco) tequila (it will add a little sweetness)

Will mixing rum and tequila make you sick?

Contrary to popular belief, simply mixing different types of alcohol is unlikely to make you sick–drinking a beer and a gin and tonic will probably have the same effect on your body as sticking to one type of alcoholic beverage.

What liquor goes with margaritas?

Tequila
Margarita/Main alcohol

The most popular alcohol used to make margaritas is, tequila! It’s the classic choice. However, if you want to try something a little different (but equally delicious), mezcal is also good. In addition to tequila, you will also need a little bit of orange liquor (Cointreau is the best).

Is triple sec necessary for margaritas?

Can’t you just add a splash of orange juice or something? Not if you want a well-balanced drink. Triple sec, a term used interchangeably with curaçao, is a type of orange liqueur that provides fruity flavors as well as sweet and bitter notes — all of which are essential for a well-made Margarita.

What’s the best tequila for margaritas?

The 10 Best Tequilas for Margaritas to Drink in 2021

• Best Overall: Roca Patrón Silver.
• Best Budget: Espolòn Blanco.
• Runner-up, Best Budget: Olmeca Altos Plata.
• Best Blanco: ElVelo Blanco.
• Runner-up, Best Blanco: Siembra Valles High Proof.
• Best Reposado: Milagro.
• Best Cristalino: Maestro Dobel Diamante.