Margarita Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the glass

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

2. 2

   Salt the rim

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

3. 3

   Mix the ingredients

   In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, fresh lime juice, triple sec, simple syrup, and a cup of ice.

4. 4

   Shake well

   Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.

5. 5

   Strain into the glass

   Using a strainer, pour the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice if desired.

6. 6

   Garnish

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