margarita recipe
A classic margarita is a refreshing, citrusy cocktail featuring tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur. This well-balanced drink is a staple in Mexican-inspired cuisine and perfect for any celebration—or just a relaxing evening at home.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Cocktail/Drink
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces (60 ml) tequila (blanco or reposado)
- 1 ounce (30 ml) triple sec (such as Cointreau)
- 1 ounce (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice (about 1 medium lime)
- ½ ounce (15 ml) simple syrup or agave nectar (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Optional: coarse salt or kosher salt for rimming the glass
- Optional garnish: lime wedge
Instructions
- Rim the Glass (Optional)
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass.
- Dip the rim into a shallow dish of coarse salt to create a salt rim.
- Combine Ingredients
- In a cocktail shaker, add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup (or agave).
- Shake
- Fill the shaker with ice.
- Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and properly mix.
- Strain and Serve
- Fill your rimmed rocks glass with fresh ice.
- Strain the margarita mixture into the glass.
- Garnish
- Garnish with a lime wedge or slice.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Tequila Choice: Blanco tequila offers a crisp, clean taste, while a reposado adds subtle oak notes.
- Sweetness: Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup or agave.
- Variations: For a spicy kick, muddle a few jalapeño slices before adding your liquids.
- Fresh Lime Juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice is key for the best flavor. Bottled juice will alter the taste.
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