Jun 09 2026

Margarita Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Classic cocktail with tequila and lime

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Base

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Rim the Glass

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

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cocktail

    In a shaker, combine the tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, and agave syrup (if using). Fill the shaker with ice.

  3. 3

    Shake Well

    Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  4. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice or serve straight up, depending on your preference.

  5. 5

    Garnish

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

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