Two gin margaritas on a wooden bar — one frozen in a stemmed glass and one on the rocks in a lowball glass, both with salted rims and lime wedges, set against a dimly lit background.

Swap Your Tequila for Gin: How to Make a Gin Margarita That Slaps

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Tequila might be the classic move for margaritas, but gin? Gin flips the whole script. The right gin adds citrus, spice, and balance without losing that tangy, refreshing margarita magic. If you’ve never tried a gin margarita — or you’re just ready for something new — this is the recipe and breakdown you need. Let’s mix.

Why Switch Tequila for Gin?

Both tequila and gin are bold spirits — but where tequila leans earthy and smoky, gin brings clean botanical heat and citrus brightness. When you use something like The Old G:

  • You still get the sharp lime punch
  • But it’s softened by smooth, organic botanicals
  • And elevated with depth and complexity that doesn’t overpower

You’re not losing flavor — you’re just changing the vibe.

The Old G Gin Margarita Recipe

This one’s clean, classic, and easy to shake:

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz The Old G
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • ¾ oz orange liqueur (like Cointreau)
  • ½ oz agave syrup or simple syrup
  • Salt for the rim (optional)
  • Lime wedge for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Rim your glass with lime and salt (optional).
  2. Add gin, lime, liqueur, and syrup to a shaker with ice.
  3. Shake hard for 10 seconds.
  4. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
  5. Garnish with a lime wedge.

You’ll get that classic margarita tartness — but smoother, with a fresher finish.

Flavor Profile: The Old G Advantage

Where tequila can sometimes dominate a drink, The Old G:

  • Blends with citrus instead of clashing
  • Adds depth from cardamom and coriander
  • Finishes clean with no burn or bite
    It’s a modern take on a summer icon.

Variations to Try

Want to go further? Try these tweaks:

  • Spicy: Add muddled jalapeño or a dash of chili bitters
  • Herbal: Shake with fresh basil or mint
  • Tropical: Swap orange liqueur for pineapple juice + dash of lime

Each one still lets The Old G shine through.

Final Pour

The gin margarita isn’t a gimmick — it’s a serious cocktail that brings a whole new energy to the classic. With The Old G, you’re not just mixing a drink. You’re reimagining one. Bold, smooth, and summer-ready.

Black and white image of The Old G gin pouring from a botte into a clear glass against a dark background. The water flow is steady, creating small ripples in the glass.
Buy The Old G

The Old G Gin is unlike any other. It’s smooth, with no burn, no bite, and none of the bitterness that defines traditional gin. Its bold flavor profile stands out, whether sipped neat or mixed into a cocktail.