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    Home >> Drinks

    Best Guava Lime Margarita Cocktail Recipe

    Modified: Apr 28, 2025 · Published: Aug 8, 2019 by Analida · • Word count:877 words. • About 5 minutes to read this article. • This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Tangy, tart and sweet guava lime cocktail refreshes on a hot day! Squeeze some limes, add tequila and guava juice and a sprig of mint! Simple and delicious. It's kind of like a margarita except it's stirred and has no salt. Enjoy! | ethnicspoon.com

    Nothing says summer like a refreshing guava lime cocktail! It's pretty color and delicious taste is the perfect accompaniment to tapas on the deck with family and friends.

    a pink cocktail in a glass with lime and mint with a juicer and sliced limes in back
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    • Guava Origins and Background
    • Step by step photos to make a Guava margaritas:
    • Drink Variations for Guava Cocktails
    • Best Guava Lime Margarita Cocktail Recipe

    Guava juice is sweet and delicious. Stir in some lime juice, a splash of your favorite tequila or rum, give it a quick stir and top with a sprig of mint. You're golden. This refreshing guava lime margarita cocktail comes together in minutes. No blender needed!

    sliced limes on a cutting board, a juicer, a pink cocktail, and mint leaves

    Guava Origins and Background

    Guava or guayaba in Spanish is a tropical fruit from the guava tree, and grows abundantly from Southern Mexico and through Central America. Guava's origins are uncertain because it has been carried by man and birds throughout many geographical points.  Although they were only introduced in Florida in 1847, there is mention of guavas in the West Indies as far back as 1526. Guavas are one of the leading fruits of Mexico and a major commercial source in India. There are a few different varieties of guava fruit with different interior flesh: white, yellow, pink, or red. Guava trees can grow up to 30 feet if left to the whims of nature.

    The fruit has a lot of pulp and has a tastes a bit like papaya or pear and strawberry combined with a slightly tart flavor. Fresh guavas are a delicious fruit and can be eaten whole except for the stem. Because of the amount of pulp it is sold as a nectar, which is thicker than juice. You can also find it sold as guava paste which is similar to canned cranberries in consistency. I love to use guava paste to make Latin American turnovers called pastelitos de guava. Read on to learn how to use guava nectar to make delicious fruity cocktails.

    Step by step photos to make a Guava margaritas:

    A photo showing limes and a citrus squeezer.
    • Step 1: Gather all your ingredients, guava nectar, tequila, limes and mint.
    • Step 2: Squeeze fresh limes into a pitcher. I love my combo Zulay lemon lime squeezer for this!
    A photo showing pouring lime juice and guava juice into a cocktail glass.
    • Step 3: Measure the fresh lime juice and add ½ ounce to the glass.
    • Step 4: Pour in 3 ounces guava nectar.
    A photo showing adding tequila to a cocktail glass and garnishing with fresh mint.
    • Step 5: Pour in 1 shot or ounce of white tequila aka blanco tequila.
    • Step 6: Stir with a spoon and garnish with a slice of lime wedge and fresh mint. Enjoy!
    a pink guava cocktail with limes and a juicer in the back

    Guava nectar is very nutritious, well maybe not once you add tequila, but you know what I mean. Guavas possess vitamin C, B complex, various vitamins as well as lycopenes which are helpful in cancer fighting. 

    Drink Variations for Guava Cocktails

    • Rum: If you are not a fan of tequila you can swap it for white rum. You can muddle the lime, 1 tsp of simple syrup and mint in the glass before adding the other ingredients. This version is a great guava mojito recipe. Guava rum cocktails are great!
    • Frothy: You can add the ingredients to a cocktail shaker with lot of ice cubes and give it a shake! Pour this into a chilled cocktail glass, martini glass or margarita glass.
    • Spritzer: Make the drink according to the recipe but put it in a highball glass to allow room for club soda or soda water on top. You now have a fizzy and fruity drink.
    • Guava cosmopolitan: Use 2 ounces vodka, 1 ounce orange liqueur like Cointreau or triple sec, 1 ounce guava nectar, 1 ounce fresh lime juice. Place all in a cocktail shaker with ice, shake and pour into a martini glass. Garnish with an orange twist.

    This refreshing guava lime cocktail goes great with mini empanadas, mango tomatillo salsa, or a nice shrimp ceviche. Really, just about any appetizer your little heart desires is a good complement to this refreshing and delicious drink. But don't keep this cocktail all to yourself, share with your friends!

    An overhead shot of a Guava lime cocktail with mint.

    Best Guava Lime Margarita Cocktail Recipe

    Try a cool and refreshing guava lime cocktail! Squeeze some limes, add tequila and guava nectar and a sprig of mint! Simple and delicious! 
    5 from 14 votes
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: cocktail, guava, happy hour, lime, mint, mixed drink, tequila, tequila drink
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 112kcal
    Author: Analida Braeger

    Ingredients

    • 3 oz guava juice or nectar
    • 1 oz tequila white aka blanco
    • ½ oz lime fresh juice
    • 1 sprig of mint

    Instructions

    • Place all ingredients in glass containing 4-5 ice cubes
    • Stir a few times. Top with a sprig of mint.
    • Serve with your favorite appetizers

    Notes

    Drink Variations for Guava Cocktails
    • Rum: If you are not a fan of tequila you can swap it for white rum. You can muddle the lime, 1 tsp of simple syrup and mint in the glass before adding the other ingredients. This version is a great guava mojito recipe. Guava rum cocktails are great!
    • Frothy: You can add the ingredients to a cocktail shaker with lot of ice cubes and give it a shake! Pour this into a chilled cocktail glass, martini glass or margarita glass.
    • Spritzer: Make the drink according to the recipe but put it in a highball glass to allow room for club soda or soda water on top. You now have a fizzy and fruity drink.
    • Guava cosmopolitan: Use 2 ounces vodka, 1 ounce orange liqueur like Cointreau or triple sec, 1 ounce guava nectar, 1 ounce fresh lime juice. Place all in a cocktail shaker with ice, shake and pour into a martini glass. Garnish with an orange twist.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin C: 25.4mg

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    Comments

    1. Michelle | A Dish of Daily Life

      June 13, 2016 at 3:13 pm

      Giggling a little when you said guava juice is nutritious, but maybe not when you add tequila...hehe.
      What a delicious looking cocktail! I'm thinking this would be perfect for poolside this summer!

      Reply
      • Analida

        June 13, 2016 at 5:44 pm

        LOL Michelle!!! 🙂
        Yes, it would be a great poolside cocktail.

        Reply
    2. Kelsey @ Kelsey in the Kitchen

      June 14, 2016 at 8:12 am

      I'm not huge into cocktails or tequila, but these look so deliciously refreshing I might just have to give them a try! Thanks for sharing 😀

      Reply
      • Analida

        June 14, 2016 at 9:44 am

        Try it out Kelsey, I think you will like it. The taste is very mild.

        Reply
    3. Dee

      June 19, 2016 at 1:26 am

      It's so hot here, and this looks so refreshing right now! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday!

      Reply
      • Analida

        June 19, 2016 at 1:45 pm

        Hi Dee, you are so welcome! I love sharing! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Sylvie

      June 29, 2016 at 4:24 am

      This sounds so good, I love guava and lime together!

      Reply
    5. laura@motherwouldknow

      August 16, 2016 at 9:13 am

      This sounds so incredibly refreshing. I don't use guava much (didn't grow up knowing about it), so this is a new flavor profile to me. Sounds delicious.

      Reply
      • Analida

        August 16, 2016 at 2:09 pm

        Thanks Laura. It is really tasty. I think you will like it.

        Reply
    6. LISA RUSSO

      September 13, 2016 at 2:57 pm

      That looks so pretty and yummy too!

      Reply
      • Analida

        September 13, 2016 at 3:07 pm

        Thanks Lisa! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Amanda @ The Kolb Corner

      September 15, 2016 at 6:52 pm

      This looks so refreshing! Thank you for sharing at Merry Monday!

      Reply
      • Analida

        September 18, 2016 at 5:09 pm

        You are welcome Amanda!

        Reply
    8. April J Harris

      September 19, 2016 at 10:35 am

      5 stars
      What a pretty cocktail! I've never tasted guava juice but I'd love to give it a try, especially in this delicious cocktail. Pinned. Thank you for sharing with us at the Hearth and Soul Hop.

      Reply
      • Analida

        September 19, 2016 at 4:16 pm

        Hi April! Thanks for your comment. I think you will like guava. It's sweet and so delicious.

        Reply
    9. Lizzy

      August 13, 2019 at 4:49 am

      Yum! I've never made anything with guava but it's such a smart idea for a cocktail!

      Reply
    10. Danielle

      August 13, 2019 at 5:44 am

      5 stars
      Cheers to one of the most refreshing cocktails out there! I've tried a few different cocktails made with guava before and they were incredible! I can't wait to grab enough guava to try your recipe now - it looks amazing!

      Reply
    11. Elaine Benoit

      August 13, 2019 at 10:02 am

      5 stars
      I am on the hunt now for guava juice! I love tequila and I bet the juice goes so well with it! I can't wait to make this delicious drink!

      Reply
    12. Amanda

      August 13, 2019 at 1:43 pm

      5 stars
      What a gorgeous cocktail! I always love a tropical cocktail for the summer, and this is perfect -- so refreshing. Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
      • leyla

        May 13, 2020 at 11:29 pm

        5 stars
        one of the most refreahing cocktails. Thanks for this great recipe!

        Reply
        • Analida

          May 14, 2020 at 12:24 pm

          Thanks Leyla! I am so glad you enjoyed it! Cheers!

          Reply
    13. Paula Montenegro

      August 14, 2019 at 10:48 am

      5 stars
      I haven't given guava a chance, except when it comes to guava paste. But this drink sounds gorgeous! And it has tequila, one of my favorites!

      Reply
    14. Pam Greer

      August 15, 2019 at 6:03 am

      5 stars
      Made this cocktail yesterday and it was everything you said it was! It was quick, easy, refreshing and so delicious!

      Reply
    15. Sophie

      August 16, 2019 at 11:24 am

      5 stars
      Totally making this for the weekend party. It’s looks refreshingly good. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    16. Rebecca Blackwell

      August 17, 2019 at 12:03 am

      5 stars
      We had some friends over for dinner tonight and I served these before the meal. They were delicious. Thanks for a lovely, well-balanced cocktail recipe!

      Reply
    17. Chelsey

      August 17, 2019 at 3:11 pm

      This drink looks so bright and refreshing! We love guava! I don’t drink alcohol, but I’m sure this would taste wonderful substituted with sprite. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    18. Karyl Henry

      August 18, 2019 at 6:06 pm

      5 stars
      I don't use guava much, but man this cocktail sounds so refreshing! I'm definitely going to have to give this one a try next time I'm entertaining guests

      Reply
    19. Tatiana

      August 19, 2019 at 3:37 am

      5 stars
      I love this cocktail! This looks delicious…the guava makes it so pretty! Thanks for sharing. I can wait to try this recipe soon.

      Reply
    20. Gwynn

      November 22, 2023 at 9:13 am

      5 stars
      Cheers to a delicious cocktail recipe! My guests loved sipping on this and the guava made it so flavorful!

      Reply
      • Analida

        November 27, 2023 at 12:41 pm

        Thanks Gwynn! This is a really tasty version of a margarita for sure!

        Reply
    21. Jamie

      November 26, 2023 at 2:29 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my, this cocktail recipe looks incredibly delicious and very tasty! I love the color it makes this so enticing and very tempting! Lovedi t!

      Reply
      • Analida

        November 27, 2023 at 12:43 pm

        Thanks Jamie! Enjoy!

        Reply
    22. Cathleen

      November 26, 2023 at 8:22 pm

      5 stars
      I am definitely making this as soon as I give birth hahaha. This looks amazing! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe 🙂

      Reply
      • Analida

        November 27, 2023 at 12:42 pm

        Congratulations and you have a cocktail to celebrate with! Enjoy!

        Reply

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