Jul 14 2026

Margarita Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Classic margarita made with fresh lime juice.

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Ingredients

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Liquid Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Rub the rim of a glass with a lime wedge to moisten it, then dip the rim into coarse salt to coat.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of triple sec, and 1 oz of fresh lime juice.

  3. 3

    Shake the Mixture

    Fill the shaker with ice, cover it, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  4. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice if desired.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Garnish the drink with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.

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