Zesty Perfect Margarita Recipe
A refreshing and easy-to-make margarita with the perfect balance of tart, sweet, and salty flavors. Perfect for any occasion, from taco nights to summer BBQs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces blanco tequila
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice (about 2 medium limes)
- 1 ounce orange liqueur (Triple Sec or Cointreau)
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water, boiled until dissolved)
- Ice
- Fine sea salt for rimming the glass
- Optional garnish: lime wedges or slices
Instructions
- Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a glass, then dip the rim into a small plate of salt to coat. Set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 ounces of tequila, 1 ounce of fresh lime juice, 1 ounce of orange liqueur, and 1/2 ounce of simple syrup.
- Add a generous handful of ice to the shaker. Close the lid tightly and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the drink is icy cold.
- Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice. Strain the margarita mixture into the glass.
- Garnish with a lime wedge or slice, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
[‘Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.’, ‘Don’t oversalt the rim—just a light coating is enough.’, ‘Chill your glass in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.’, ‘Adjust the simple syrup to your taste for a sweeter or more tart margarita.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 9
- Carbohydrates: 11
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