Margarita Recipe
Classic lime margarita served on the rocks.
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Ingredients
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Margarita Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Take a lime wedge and run it around the rim of a chilled rocks glass. Dip the rim into a plate of salt to coat it evenly. Set the glass aside.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of fresh lime juice, 1 oz of orange liqueur, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.
- 3
Shake the Cocktail
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain and Serve
Fill the prepared rocks glass with fresh ice cubes. Strain the mixed cocktail into the glass over the ice.
- 5
Garnish and Enjoy
Garnish the drink with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately and enjoy your classic lime margarita!
