Classic Margarita

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5 from 1 vote

My favorite Margarita recipe is made with tequila, fresh lime juice, triple sec, and simple syrup.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Cocktail

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings:

Author: Shawn Williams

Ingredients

2 ounces blanco tequila
1 ounce fresh lime juice
1/2 ounce orange liqueur triple sec or Cointreau
1/4-1/2 ounce simple syrup or agave

Margarita pitcher (serves 10)

2 1/2 cups blanco tequila
1 1/4 cups fresh lime juice
2/3 cup simple syrup
2/3 cup triple sec or Cointreau

Instructions

Rub the rim of an old-fashioned glass with a lime wedge. Dip in Margarita salt, rotating until coated.
Combine tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup in a shaker with a cup of ice.
Shake and pour straight into the old-fashioned glass with shaker ice or strain over fresh ice.

Notes

If making a pitcher, mix without ice and pour over ice as served. This prevents dilution or ice from melting in the pitcher. Store in the fridge to keep chilled. If too strong, add 1-2 ounces of water to the pitcher.

Pour over a large clear ice cube for the ultimate presentation and dilution control.

Keep your glasses in the freezer so your drink stays cooler for longer. This is another benefit of using a highball glass over traditional bulky Margarita glass.

It’s important to use freshly squeezed citrus when making Margaritas from scratch. invest in a handheld lemon/lime squeezer.

Skip the salt rim and add a tiny pinch of salt directly to the Margarita. This brings out the flavors and adds a little saltiness that plays beautifully in every sip without being overwhelming.

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