Margarita Recipe
Classic cocktail made with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare Your Glass
Start by preparing your glass. Run a lime wedge around the rim of a chilled cocktail glass, then dip the rim into a plate of salt to coat it lightly.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of lime juice, and 1 oz of triple sec. Fill the shaker with ice.
- 3
Shake It Up
Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass, being careful not to disturb the salted rim.
- 5
Garnish and Enjoy
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Your classic margarita is now ready to be enjoyed!