Lemon Sherbet Margarita cocktail recipe

Limoncello and lemon sorbet are two ingredients you might not expect to see in a Margarita recipe, but hear us out. This fusion of Italian and Mexican flavours results in a sherbert-like zing, full of citrus bite and plenty of nostalgic sensibility. We all know and luurve the OG Margarita, but we also love to mix things up a bit with inventive new takes on the classic. So, it’s time to embrace a burst of zippy sunshine in a glass, and welcome the Lemon Sherbet Margarita to the party.

A beloved cocktail the world over, the Margarita needs zero introduction. This tequila-fuelled fiesta in a glass has been pleasing palates since the 1930s, with origin stories from Mexico to Texas. While the first official shout-out came in a 1953 California paper, this drink’s popularity has been on the up ever since. Over time, new takes on the Marg have popped up near and far, from the Tommy’s, and the Jalapeno to the Frozen Watermelon and many other versions that have made their mark on international menus and patrons. But now, we’re ushering in the sherbet era.

This vibrant cocktail is as tasty as it is easy to make. Think lashings of sweet, creamy sherbet flavours and a tangy citrus kick. It’s a showstopper. One you can whip out in place of dessert or as a dramatic welcome drink. Although, we’re not going to stop you if you’d rather sip this on your couch in your PJs. 

Sherbet flavoured with a citrus bite, this Lemon Sherbet Margarita recipe calls for a mouthwatering mix of blanco tequila, zippy limoncello, agave syrup (for a touch of sweetness) and fresh lemon juice, all topped off with a scoop of lemon sorbet. A pinch of salt on the rim for that saline edge, and bam, this Marg is the new showstopper at any soireé. 

Not in your lemon era? This recipe works just as well with otherfruity sorbets. Try lime, strawberry or watermelon –or whatever else is left in your freezer. The citrus hit balanced by the fresh berry flavours makes a tart yet sweet take for a slightly flirtier variation. Or if you want to push it even further into the citrusy realm, feel free to omit the agave syrup to dial down the sweetness or even swap out the lemon sorbet for lime or perhaps lemon and lime sorbet for the best of both worlds.  

One last tip: if you are having a few peeps over, this recipe is a great one to pre-batch and prep ahead of time. You can even pop it all into a blender, freeze the mix and then pull it out ahead of your guests arriving – just be sure to give it a good stir – and you have a winning addition to cocktail hour.