Barsys
The Guava Coconut Margarita
About
The Guava Coconut Margarita is a tropical escape in a glass - smooth, creamy, and bursting with bright guava flavor. Blanco tequila lays down the earthy backbone, lime juice keeps things crisp, guava puree adds fruity sweetness, and cream of coconut wraps it all up in velvety richness.
With its toasted coconut rim and refreshing finish, this margarita is a crowd favorite for good reason. It’s indulgent yet balanced, sweet yet citrusy, and oh-so-easy to sip. Think vacation vibes, no passport required.
Shaken or Stirred? Shaken. This cocktail needs a good shake to blend the cream of coconut with the fruit and citrus for a smooth, creamy pour.
What You'll Need
For one Guava Coconut Margarita:
- 2 oz blanco tequila (Espolon Tequila Blanco)
- 1 oz fresh squeezed lime juice (Twisted Alchemy)
- 1 oz guava puree (Real Infused Syrup)
- 1 oz cream of coconut (Trader Joe's - Organic)
- Lime wheel for garnish
- 1 Tsp agave for rim
- Pinch of salt for rim
- 0.5 cup toasted coconut flakes for rim
Pro tip: Toast the coconut flakes until golden for extra aroma and crunch - the rim will steal the show.
How to Make It
Prep time: 5 minutes
Skill level: 7 minutes (extra 2 minutes to set rim)
- Mix toasted coconut flakes and salt on a flat plate.
- Brush the rim of a rocks or coupe glass with agave, then dip into the coconut-salt mix.
- Place the rimmed glass in the freezer for a couple of minutes to set.
- Fill a shaker with ice.
- Add tequila, lime juice, guava puree, and cream of coconut.
- Shake hard for 12-15 seconds until well chilled.
- Fill the prepared glass with ice.
- Strain the cocktail into the glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel.
Using Barsys?
Barsys Coaster 2.0 takes the guesswork out of balance. Load tequila, set the ratios, and let Barsys measure precisely while you add guava and coconut. Shake, pour, and you’ve got tropical perfection every time.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys App.
Tasting Notes
The Barsys Edge
This cocktail depends on balance - too much coconut can make it heavy, too much guava can overpower the lime. Barsys nails the proportions, leaving you with a silky, tropical margarita every time.
Sip Setting
Perfect for summer nights, beach parties, or anytime you want a margarita that feels like a vacation in a glass.
Garnish Game
The coconut-salt rim is the star. Pair it with a simple lime wheel or add a pinch of pink Himalayan salt for color contrast.
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FAQs
What is a Guava Coconut Margarita made of?
Blanco tequila, guava puree, lime juice, and cream of coconut.
Is it very sweet?
It’s sweet and creamy, balanced by the tart lime.
Can I use guava juice instead of puree?
Yes, but puree gives it more body and a richer guava flavor.
What’s the best tequila to use?
A clean blanco tequila like Espolòn or Patrón works beautifully.
Can Barsys make it?
Yes. Barsys ensures perfect tequila pours so your Guava Coconut Margarita is consistent every time.