Margarita Recipe
Tequila, lime juice, and triple sec served with a salted rim.
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Ingredients
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Margarita Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Start by preparing your glass. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a chilled cocktail glass to moisten it.
- 2
Salt the Rim
Dip the moistened rim into salt, ensuring that the salt sticks evenly around the edge of the glass.
- 3
Mix the Drink
In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of lime juice, and 1 oz of triple sec.
- 4
Shake Well
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- 5
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice, if desired, or serve neat.
- 6
Garnish
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass for an added touch.