Margarita Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

Tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur served on the rocks.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Glass
Begin by rimming your glass with salt. To do this, take a lime wedge and run it around the rim of the glass. Then dip the rim into a plate of salt until it is evenly coated.
2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of fresh lime juice, and 1 oz of orange liqueur. Fill the shaker with ice.
3
Shake the Mixture
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

4
Pour the Margarita
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish your margarita with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately and enjoy!