Jul 14 2026
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Margarita Recipe

Inspired by Southern Kitchen
Time10m
Serves1

Classic margarita with lime and salt

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Ingredients

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Margarita Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Take a lime wedge and run it around the rim of your glass to moisten it. Dip the rim of the glass into a plate of salt to coat it evenly.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of lime juice, and 1 oz of triple sec. Add 1 cup of ice to the shaker.

  3. 3

    Shake

    Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  4. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with the lime wedge.

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