Margarita Recipe
Classic cocktail with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Start by preparing the glass. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a chilled cocktail glass and dip the rim into salt to coat it.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of triple sec, and 1 oz of fresh lime juice. If you prefer a sweeter margarita, add 0.5 oz of simple syrup.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the shaker with ice, to about 3/4 full.
- 4
Shake the Cocktail
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well mixed and chilled.
- 5
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass, either straight up or over fresh ice, depending on your preference.
- 6
Garnish
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass for an extra touch of flavor.