the frozen flag margarita
The red, white + blue frozen layers of the Frozen Flag Margarita remind us of summers as a kid, eating Rocket Pops bought from an ice cream truck. You’ll love this Rocket Pop remix stacked with sweet strawberry, creamy coconut-lime, and cool blue curaçao.
The Frozen Flag Margarita is delicious enough to keep you cool all summer long, and the colors are literal perfection for your 4th of July celebration!
Ingredients
RED LAYER
2 cups Frozen Strawberries
4 oz Lalo Blanco Tequila
2 oz Cointreau
2 oz Lime Juice
2 oz Simple Syrup
Ice
BLUE LAYER
2 cups Ice
4 oz Lalo Blanco Tequila
2 oz Blue Curaçao
2 oz Lime Juice
Splash of Pineapple Juice [optional]
WHITE LAYER
2 cups Ice
4 oz Lalo Blanco Tequila
2 oz Cointreau
2 oz Lime Juice
2 oz Coconut Milk or Cream of Coconut
Instructions
RED LAYER
Add ingredients for your RED layer to the blender + blend until smooth.
Pour into a small pitcher or jar + place in the freezer while you finish your white + blue layers.
BLUE LAYER
Rinse the blender clean of the red color, so that your BLUE can be vibrant.
Add ingredients for your BLUE layer to the blender + blend until smooth. Pour into a separate pitcher or jar + freeze while you make the last batch.
Rinse the blender so the WHITE layer is bright white.
WHITE LAYER
Repeat the same steps as above for your WHITE layer.
LAYERING | The Final Step
To layer, fill a clear glass tumbler starting with 1/3 RED, followed by 1/3 WHITE, and last but not least, 1/3 BLUE. Pour slowly to achieve a smooth color gradient between layers to sip immediately.
Garnish with these adorable mini flag picks, fresh berries, or a cute little cocktail stir stick.
FOR INDIVIDUAL BATCHING IN ADVANCE
When time allows, we love to prepare these in advance in individual Mason Jars with lids, for guests to grab + sip. It’s the best way to achieve the sharp stripes between layers, and ensures everyone gets a perfect Frozen Flag Margarita.so that we can freeze between adding layers for sharp stripes.
Simply set out your Mason Jars with lids off. Fill each one 1/3 with each color, FREEZING for 30 minutes between each added layer.
Once all 3 layers have been added, replace the Mason Jar lids + continue freezing until party time!
p.s. Your friends will definitely be calling you Martha Stewart when you bring out these 4th of July stunners. ❤️🤍💙
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These are our go-to 4th of July picks — styled, tested, and loved by The Drink Calculator team. Just the right mix of festive flair and practical magic to keep your cocktails chilled and your setup looking hot.
⭐ Star Cocktail Napkins ⭐
A little sparkle goes a long way — these napkins are festive, shaped, and perfect for layering under that slushie glass.
🎆 4th of July Stir Sticks 🎆
Elevate your cocktails with our custom patriotic swizzle sticks — perfect for stirring up some Independence Day magic!
🏆 4th of July Drink Charms 🏆
Keep track of your frozen flag in style. These charms are reusable, adorable, and guest-approved.
🥃 Frozen-Friendly Cocktail Glasses 🥃
These wide-rimmed glasses show off those red, white, and blue layers like a runway moment. Essential.
🥤 4th of July To-Go Cups 🥤
Hosting outdoors? These festive to-go cups come with lids + straws and still show off your layers.
⚡ Smeg Retro Blender ⚡
Chic and powerful — the only blender we trust with layered slush. Blends perfectly and looks hot on your counter.
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How to Plan Your Perfect 4th of July Party
Using The Drink Calculator
Want to serve this show-stopping Frozen Flag Margarita at your next Independence Day celebration? We'll show you how to dial in the perfect shopping list using The Drink Calculator tool to make patriotic party planning easy breezy.
On The Drink Calculator Homepage
Enter your party details:
- ✅ Number of Guests Attending
- ⏰ Duration of Your Party
- 🥃 Your Guests' Thirst Level
Be realistic about your crowd - are they light sippers or party enthusiasts?
Stock Your Bar for Frozen Flag Margaritas
For the patriotic Frozen Flag Margarita cocktail, you'll select:
Pro Tip
While blue curaçao and triple sec aren't separate categories on The Drink Calculator, they're essential ingredients for authentic Frozen Flag Margaritas and typically grouped under "liqueurs" in most 4th of July party planning.
The drink calculator tool will help you determine the right amount of tequila as your base spirit for Independence Day cocktails. For specialty patriotic ingredients like blue curaçao (essential for those red, white, and blue layers), plan to purchase these separately:
Ready to plan your perfect 4th of July party? Start calculating your Frozen Flag Margarita drink needs now!