Margarita Recipe

Cocktail Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Glass

   Take a lime wedge and run it along the rim of a chilled cocktail glass. Dip the rim into a plate of salt to coat it evenly.

2. 2

   Mix the Ingredients

   In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of lime juice, 1 oz of Cointreau or Triple Sec, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.

3. 3

   Shake the Cocktail

   Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients thoroughly.

4. 4

   Strain and Serve

   Strain the mixture into the prepared cocktail glass. Ensure no ice gets into the glass.

5. 5

   Garnish

   Garnish the drink with a lime wedge on the rim and, if desired, add a lime wheel and a sprig of fresh cilantro for decoration.