Classic Marg Recipe
[choose: classic, watermelon, spicy habanero] tequila/orange liqueur/fresh juices/on the rocks
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Ingredients
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Classic Margarita Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Take a lime wedge and run it around the rim of a chilled rocks glass. Dip the rim into a plate of salt to coat it evenly. Set aside.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
- 3
Shake the Mixture
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain and Serve
Fill the prepared rocks glass with fresh ice cubes. Strain the margarita mixture over the ice in the glass.
- 5
Garnish
Garnish the drink with a lime wheel on the rim of the glass.