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Ingredients
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Classic Margarita Ingredients
Method
Classic Margarita Directions
- 1
Prepare the glass
Take a lime wedge and run it around the rim of a chilled margarita glass. Dip the rim into salt to coat it evenly.
- 2
Mix the ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, lime juice, and triple sec. Add ice to the shaker.
- 3
Shake it up
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients well.
- 4
Strain and serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared margarita glass. Optionally, you can serve it on the rocks by pouring it over fresh ice.
- 5
Garnish
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass for added visual appeal.
