Margarita Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Glass

   Start by rimming the glass with salt. To do this, rub a lime wedge around the edge of the glass and then dip the rim into a plate of coarse salt. Set the glass aside.

2. 2

   Mix the Ingredients

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

3. 3

   Shake it Up

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

4. 4

   Strain and Serve

   Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice, or serve it straight up without ice if preferred.

5. 5

   Garnish

   Finally, garnish the drink with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.