Margarita Recipe
Classic margarita with fresh lime juice and tequila.
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Ingredients
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Margarita Ingredients
Method
Margarita Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Begin by preparing your glass. Rub the rim of a chilled cocktail glass with the lime wedge to moisten it, then dip the rim into a plate of salt to coat it evenly.
- 2
Mix the Cocktail
In a cocktail shaker, add the tequila, fresh lime juice, triple sec, and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.
- 3
Shake Well
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill the mixture and combine the ingredients.
- 4
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared cocktail glass over fresh ice (if desired), or serve as a straight-up drink without ice.
- 5
Garnish
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass for a decorative touch.
- 6
Enjoy
Serve immediately and enjoy your classic margarita!
