Jul 14 2026

Margarita Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Tequila, lime juice, and triple sec served on the rocks.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    If desired, rim the edge of a rocks glass with lime juice and dip it into salt to create a salt rim.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, lime juice, and triple sec. Add ice to the shaker.

  3. 3

    Shake the Mixture

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

  4. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Fill the prepared rocks glass with fresh ice and strain the cocktail mixture over the ice.

  5. 5

    Garnish

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

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