Jul 14 2026

Margarita Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Tequila, lime juice, and triple sec served with a salted rim.

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Ingredients

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For the Margarita

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Take a lime wedge and run it around the rim of a chilled cocktail glass.

  2. 2

    Dip the rim of the glass into a plate of salt to coat it evenly. Set aside.

Mixing the Margarita

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of lime juice, and 1 oz of triple sec.

  2. 4

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

Serving

  1. 5

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass, being careful not to disturb the salted rim.

  2. 6

    Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.

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