Margarita Recipe
Classic margarita with fresh lime juice.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Moisten the rim of a chilled cocktail glass with the lime wedge, then dip the rim in salt to coat it evenly. Set the glass aside.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, fresh lime juice, triple sec, and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.
- 3
Shake the Cocktail
Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well combined and chilled.
- 4
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice or serve straight up, depending on your preference.
- 5
Garnish
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass for added flair.