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A classic Margarita in a salted coupe glass with lime wheels and a second cocktail in the background.

Classic Margarita

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A crisp classic Margarita made with tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, agave, and a salted rim.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 drinks
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 205
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

Margarita
  • 1/2 cup blanco tequila chilled if possible
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice about 3 to 4 limes
  • 2 tbsp orange liqueur such as triple sec
  • 1 tbsp agave syrup adjust to taste
  • 1 cup ice for shaking
Rim and Garnish
  • 2 tbsp kosher salt for the glass rims
  • 1 medium lime cut into wedges or wheels

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger
  • Citrus juicer
  • Fine strainer
  • Two coupe glasses

Method
 

Prepare the glasses:
  1. Chill two coupe glasses. Spread the salt on a small plate and rub a lime wedge around each rim.
  2. Dip the rims into the salt, using a partial rim if you prefer a less salty drink.
Shake and serve:
  1. Add the tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, agave syrup, and ice to a cocktail shaker.
  2. Shake hard for 12 to 15 seconds, until the shaker is very cold.
  3. Double-strain into the prepared glasses and garnish with lime. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSodium: 20mgSugar: 13g

Notes

  • Fresh lime juice makes the biggest difference in a Margarita.
  • A partial salt rim keeps the salt as an accent instead of making every sip salty.
  • For a rocks Margarita, strain over fresh ice in a chilled glass.