Jul 13 2026

Margarita Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur.

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Ingredients

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Margarita Ingredients

Method

Margarita Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Rub the rim of a chilled glass with a lime wedge, then dip the rim into salt to coat it evenly. Set the glass aside.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of fresh lime juice, and 1 oz of orange liqueur. Add 1 cup of ice to the shaker.

  3. 3

    Shake

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

  4. 4

    Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass. Optionally, add fresh ice if desired.

  5. 5

    Garnish

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

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