Margarita Recipe
Classic cocktail made with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the glass
Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a chilled cocktail glass. Dip the rim into a plate of salt to coat it evenly.
- 2
Mix the cocktail
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 well
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain and serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared cocktail glass. Optionally, you can serve it on the rocks by pouring it over fresh ice in a glass.
- 5
Garnish and enjoy
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately and enjoy your classic Margarita!
