Margarita Recipe
Classic margarita with tequila and lime.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Rim Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparing the Glass
Rim the Glass
Take the lime wedge and run it around the rim of the glass to wet it, then dip the rim into a plate of salt to coat it evenly.
Mixing the Drink
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, lime juice, and triple sec. Fill the shaker with ice.
Shake the Mixture
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
Serving
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim.