Original Margarita recipe served in a glass, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
RestaurantsMargaritas Mexican RestaurantOriginal Margarita Recipe

Original Margarita Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Our award-winning, signature 16oz Margarita hand-crafted to order and expertly shaken.

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Ingredients

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Margarita Ingredients

Method

Instructions

1

Prepare the Glass

Run a lime wedge around the rim of a 16oz glass and dip the rim into salt to coat it. Set aside.

2

Combine Ingredients

In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.

3

Shake it Up

Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.

4

Strain and Serve

Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice.

5

Garnish

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

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