The Margarita is a refreshingly tart cocktail combining tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur. Served over ice with a salted rim, it’s crisp, citrusy, and endlessly sippable—perfect for sunny afternoons, taco nights, or anytime you need a liquid vacation.
🍸 Style: Sour / Citrus-based
🌿 Flavor Profile: Bright, tangy, slightly sweet
🕰 Time to Make: 5 minutes
🥃 Glassware: Rocks glass or coupe
🧊 Method: Shaken with ice
Cocktail shaker
Jigger or measuring tool
Citrus juicer or reamer
Strainer
Rocks glass or coupe glass
Small plate for salt rim (optional)
Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass.
Dip into coarse salt to coat the edge. Set aside to dry while you make the drink.
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine:
2 oz tequila blanco
1 oz fresh lime juice
¾ oz Cointreau or triple sec
¼–½ oz agave syrup, depending on your sweetness preference
Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds, until the shaker is frosty.
Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice (or straight up in a chilled coupe).
Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge on the rim or floated on top.
Tommy’s Margarita: Replace orange liqueur with more agave syrup for a richer, more tequila-forward drink.
Frozen version: Blend ingredients with ice for a frosty summer treat.
Spicy twist: Muddle a slice of jalapeño before shaking, or infuse your tequila.
Smoky version: Try mezcal in place of tequila for a complex, earthy profile.
Tacos al pastor, shrimp ceviche, guacamole & chips, or grilled street corn
Also works well with salty snacks, fried foods, and citrusy desserts like lime tarts
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