Description
A refreshing and tangy classic margarita recipe that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 oz orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- Salt for rimming the glass
- Lime wedge for garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- Start by rimming your glass with salt. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass and then dip it into a plate of salt.
- In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
Notes
- For a sweeter margarita, you can add a splash of simple syrup.
- Adjust the lime juice and orange liqueur to taste, depending on your preference.
Keywords: margarita recipe, classic margarita, easy margarita, cocktail recipe