Pastel Paradise Margarita

If you love sweet, citrusy margaritas with a fun pastel twist, this Pastel Paradise Margarita is a must-try! It’s smooth, refreshing, and comes in dreamy pastel shades, making it perfect for spring parties, Easter brunch, or any time you want a colorful, tropical vibe.

Let’s shake up something beautiful!

What You’ll Need

2 oz tequila blanco
1 oz triple sec (or orange liqueur)
1 oz fresh lime juice
½ oz coconut cream
1 oz pineapple juice
1 tbsp pastel-colored simple syrup (see how to make below!)
Ice cubes

For Garnish:

Pink or blue sugar (for rim)
Lime wedge

Pro Tips

Chill the glass! Pop it in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving.
Want extra color? Use a drop of food coloring to enhance the pastel effect.
Make it creamier! Add a splash of vanilla creamer or coconut milk.
Go for a frozen version! Blend all ingredients with ice for a slushy texture.
Non-alcoholic version? Swap tequila for coconut water and triple sec for orange juice.

Tools You’ll Need

Cocktail shaker
Margarita glass
Small plate for rimming
Spoon for stirring

Substitutions & Variations

No alcohol? Use sparkling lemonade instead of tequila.
Extra fruity? Add a splash of mango or peach purée.
More tropical? Swap lime juice for fresh passionfruit juice.

Instructions

Step 1: Rim the Glass

Dip the rim of the margarita glass into lime juice, then coat it with pink or blue sugar.

A super close-up shot of a margarita glass rim being dipped into a small plate of lime juice, followed by a swirl in pastel pink sugar

Step 2: Fill the Shaker

In a cocktail shaker, add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, coconut cream, pineapple juice, and pastel-colored simple syrup.

a cocktail shaker filled with creamy coconut cream, golden pineapple juice, clear tequila, bright orange triple sec

Step 3: Add Ice & Shake

Add ice cubes, seal the shaker, and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled and frothy.

clear ice cubes being added into the cocktail shaker, the creamy liquid swirling inside before shaking

Step 4: Strain & Pour

Strain the margarita into the prepared glass over fresh ice.

a pastel-colored margarita being strained from a shaker into a sugar-rimmed margarita glass

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

Place a fresh lime wedge on the rim and enjoy!

a vibrant green lime wedge resting on the rim of a margarita glass, filled with a pastel-colored margarita

How to Make Pastel-Colored Simple Syrup (Optional but Fun!)

Mix ½ cup sugar and ½ cup water in a saucepan over low heat.
Stir until sugar dissolves, then remove from heat.
Add 1-2 drops of pastel food coloring (pink, blue, or purple) and stir.
Let cool, then store in a jar in the fridge for up to a week.

a small saucepan on a modern stainless steel gas stove, with clear simple syrup being stirred as a drop of pastel pink food

Leftovers & Storage

Best enjoyed fresh!
If making a batch, store the mixed ingredients (without ice) in the fridge and shake before serving.

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Pastel Paradise Margarita is ready to sip! It’s sweet, citrusy, and packed with tropical vibes, perfect for a fun spring celebration. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Cheers! 🍹🌸✨