Margarita Recipe
Classic margarita with tequila, lime, and triple sec.
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Ingredients
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Margarita Ingredients
Method
Margarita Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Rub the rim of a chilled margarita glass with a lime wedge and dip it into a plate of salt to coat the rim evenly.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of triple sec, and 1 oz of fresh lime juice.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the shaker with ice cubes (approximately 1 cup) and secure the lid tightly.
- 4
Shake the Mixture
Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
- 5
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared margarita glass, ensuring the salted rim stays intact.
- 6
Garnish
Garnish the drink with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.