MargaritavsTequila Collins
Which one fits your taste?
Margarita
A bright, zesty classic balancing the earthy notes of tequila with tart lime and a hint of orange sweetness.
Tequila Collins
The Collins format applied to tequila: agave sweetness meets fresh lemon, simple syrup, and soda water for a crisp, clean highball.
Margarita
Tequila Collins
Base
tequila
tequila
Glassware
Rocks glass
Collins glass
Flavor Notes
sour, refreshing
sour, refreshing
Strong?
Which should you pick?
The Margarita and Tequila Collins share a very similar flavor profile — both are bright and citrus-forward and light and refreshing. The deciding factor here is the base spirit (tequila vs. tequila) and how each is served, so go with whichever spirit appeals to you more.