Description
Learn how to make a classic Margarita cocktail with this easy recipe. Perfect for any occasion, this refreshing drink is a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Margarita:
- 2 ounces tequila
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce triple sec or orange liqueur
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup or agave nectar (optional)
For Garnish:
- Salt for rimming the glass
- Lime wedges
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Rim the Glass: Rub the rim of a glass with a lime wedge and dip it into salt to coat the edge.
- Prepare the Margarita: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add tequila, fresh lime juice, triple sec, and simple syrup or agave nectar if using. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Serve: Strain into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with a lime wedge and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup or agave nectar.
- For a frozen margarita, blend all ingredients with ice until smooth.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-cook, shaking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
