Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLa CucharaMargarita Recipe

Margarita Recipe

Inspired by La Cuchara
Time10m
Serves1

Tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur.

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Ingredients

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Liquor

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

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

Mixing

  1. 2

    Combine the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of orange liqueur, and 1 oz of fresh lime juice.

  2. 3

    Shake the Mixture

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

Serving

  1. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice or straight up, depending on your preference. Garnish with a lime wedge.

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