Margarita Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

Classic cocktail made with tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Glass
Start by rimming your glass with salt. To do this, run a lime wedge around the rim of the glass to moisten it, and then dip the rim into a plate of salt. Set the glass aside.
2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup (if using). Fill the shaker with ice.
3
Shake the Cocktail
Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
4
Strain and Serve
Remove the lid and strain the cocktail into the prepared glass filled with ice. If you prefer, you can serve it straight up without ice.
5
Garnish and Enjoy
Garnish the drink with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass and enjoy your classic Margarita!