Margarita Recipe
Classic tequila cocktail with lime and orange liqueur.
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Ingredients
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Margarita Ingredients
Method
Margarita Directions
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Take a lime wedge and run it around the rim of a chilled cocktail glass. Dip the rim into a plate of salt to coat it evenly.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 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 (about 1-2 cups) and secure the lid.
- 3
Shake Well
Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
- 4
Strain and Serve
Strain the cocktail mixture into the prepared glass. You can serve it straight up or over fresh ice, depending on your preference.
- 5
Garnish
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass for an added touch.