Cheers to Jimmy Buffett Day: 12 Margarita Recipes Perfect For A Celebration

Ah, August 30th—Jimmy Buffett Day! The perfect excuse (as if we needed one) to kick back, relax, and raise a glass to the legendary singer-songwriter who brought us timeless hits like “Margaritaville.”

Officially declared to honor Buffett’s music, his laid-back lifestyle, and his contributions to environmental causes, Jimmy Buffett Day is all about embracing that breezy, carefree vibe we’ve come to know and love.

But what’s a celebration without a signature drink? Did you know that Americans consume a staggering 185,000 margaritas per hour? It’s safe to say that we all have a little bit of Margaritaville in us!

And if you’re looking to up your margarita game this Jimmy Buffett Day, Margaritaville Resort Nassau in the Bahamas has got you covered. They’ve crafted a selection of unique and tantalizing margaritas that are just begging to be sipped while you drift away to a Buffett tune.

Margaritaville Resort Nassau Margarita Recipes for Jimmy Buffett Day – Aug. 30th

We’ve got the inside scoop on six mouthwatering margarita recipes straight from Margaritaville Resort Nassau. Whether you’re a fan of classic flavors or looking for something a bit more adventurous, there’s a margarita here with your name on it.

So grab your shaker, stock up on tequila, and get ready to toast to the man, the myth, the legend—Jimmy Buffett!

Key West Margarita

• 1.5 oz. Tequila Margaritaville Silver
• 1 oz. Du Bouchette Melon
• 2 oz. Coconut Cream
• 0.5 oz. Lime Juice
• 2 oz. Pineapple Juice

Instructions: Pour all the ingredients into a shaker and pour over ice in an old-fashioned glass. Garnish with a pineapple slice.

Incommunicado

• 0.5 oz. Tequila Margaritaville Gold
• 0.5 oz. Bacardi Light
• 0.5 oz. Margaritaville Triple Sec
• 0.5 oz. Galeon Vodka
• 0.5 oz. Galeon Gin
• 0.5 oz. Ricardo 151
• 1.5 oz. Pineapple Juice
• 1.5 oz. Cranberry Juice
• 1.5 oz. Margaritaville Margarita Mix

Instructions: Mix all ingredients in a shaker except the grenadine. Pour over ice in an old-fashioned glass, then add grenadine. Garnish with orange and cherry.

Calypso Margarita

• 1.5 oz. Tequila Margaritaville Gold
• 0.5 oz. Margaritaville Coconut Rum
• 0.5 oz. Mr. Boston Peach
• 0.5 oz. Mr. Boston Watermelon
• 1 oz. Margaritaville Margarita Mix
• 2 oz. Pineapple Juice

Instructions: Pour all the ingredients into a shaker and pour over ice in an old-fashioned glass. Garnish with a lemon slice.

Who’s to Blame Margarita

• 1.5 oz. Tequila Margaritaville Gold
• 1 oz. Cointreau
• 2 oz. Margaritaville Margarita Mix

Instructions: Pour all the ingredients into a shaker and pour over ice in a Margarita glass. Garnish with a lime slice.

Off to See the Lizard Margarita

• 1.5 oz. Tequila Margaritaville Gold
• 1 oz. Du Bouchette Melon
• 2 oz. Margaritaville Margarita Mix

Instructions: Pour all the ingredients into a shaker and pour over ice in a Margarita glass. Garnish with a lime slice.

License to Chill Margarita

• 1.5 oz. Tequila Margaritaville Silver
• 1 oz. Mr. Boston Blue Curacao
• 1 oz. Margaritaville Margarita Mix

Instructions: Pour all the ingredients into a shaker and pour over ice in a 12 oz. highball glass. Garnish with a lime slice.

Our Favorites

We would be doing you a disservice if we didnt include our own favorite marg recipes including a mocktail version, so, here are a few more yummy options to celebrate with!

Frozen Strawberry Basil Margaritas

• 2 cups strawberries (fresh or frozen, see note)
• 3 oz. silver tequila
• 1 oz. Contreau
• 4 fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/8 cup agave sweetener

See full recipe and instructions: Frozen Basil Margaritas

Blackberry Jalapeño Margarita

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 jalapeno peppers, sliced (plus more for garnish)
• 1 pint blackberries (see notes for frozen)
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 8–10 ounces tequila (I go for ~2 ounces per drink, but you might want a floater!)
• Sparkling water for topping, optional

See full recipe and instructions: Blackberry Jalapeño Margarita

Texas Margarita

• 2 ounces tequila
• 1 ounce fresh lime juice
• 1 ounce fresh orange juice
• ½ ounce triple sec
• ½ ounce agave nectar more or less, to taste
• Coarse salt for rimming the glass

See full recipe and instructions: Texas Margarita

Limeade Margarita

• 4 ounces limeade
• 2 ounces tequila
• Lime wheel for garnish

See full recipe and instructions: Limeade Margarita

Best Margarita Mocktail

• Tequila alternative 
• Lime juice 
• Orange juice 
• Agave nectar 
• Soda water 

See full ingredients and recipe: Margarita Mocktail

Which Marg Sounds Best?

So, this Jimmy Buffett Day, why not mix up one (or all) of these delicious margaritas and let the music transport you to your very own slice of paradise? Cheers to Jimmy, and here’s to finding your lost shaker of salt!

Let us know which you’re choosing!

Source: Margaritaville Resort Nassau