Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe StationClassic Margarita Recipe

Classic Margarita Recipe

Inspired by The Station
Time10m
Serves1

Tequila, lime juice, triple sec

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Ingredients

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Liquor

Fresh Ingredients

For Serving

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Rub the rim of a chilled glass with a lime wedge and dip it into coarse sea salt to coat the rim.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

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

  3. 3

    Shake

    Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

Serving

  1. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice cubes.

  2. 5

    Garnish

    Garnish with a lime slice and serve immediately.

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