Jun 09 2026

Margarita Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Classic cocktail with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    If you prefer a salted rim, take a lime wedge and run it around the rim of your glass. Dip the rim into salt to coat it.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, triple sec, and fresh lime juice. If you like a sweeter margarita, add simple syrup to taste.

  3. 3

    Shake

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

  4. 4

    Strain

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice or serve straight up in a chilled glass.

  5. 5

    Garnish

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

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