Jul 14 2026

Top Shelf Margarita Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Top Shelf Margarita Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Margarita Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Rim the edge of a chilled margarita glass with lime juice, then dip it into salt to create a salt rim.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, add the tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, Cointreau, and simple syrup.

  3. 3

    Add Ice

    Fill the shaker with ice cubes to chill the mixture.

  4. 4

    Shake Well

    Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  5. 5

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared margarita glass, ensuring no ice cubes make it into the glass.

  6. 6

    Garnish

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

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