CLASSIC MARGARITA

After a couple of these, you'll feel like you're dropping pesos for a beach chair at a day club in Tulum!

Prep Time5

Course: Drinks

Keyword: Classic Margarita, iconic cocktail, margarita, Margarita Recipe, orange liqueur, tequila

Yield: 1

Author: Speak Easy Editorial

Equipment

1 Cocktail Shaker
1 Spirit Jigger 30ml/60ml

Materials

60 ml Silver or Reposado Tequila Reposado Tequila, meaning "rested" in Spanish, is a premium category of tequila that has been aged in oak barrels for a period of two months to one year.
30 ml Orange liqueur (Cointreau) The preferred choice is Cointreau, but Grand Marnier works well. Alternatively, you can use a high-quality Triple Sec.
30 ml Lime Juice
Ice
Lime wedge and coarse salt for rimming the glass

optional

Agave Nectar or simple syrup Adjust the sweetness of your margarita by adding agave nectar or simple syrup to taste.

Instructions

Salt the Rim (Optional): Rub a lime wedge around the top of your glass, then dip it in salt until it's coated. Set aside.
Mix it Up: Shake tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and ice like you’re dancing at a day party in Tulum. Taste and add sweetener if needed.
Serve and Enjoy: Fill your glass with ice, strain in the mix, and garnish with a lime. Cheers to your masterpiece!

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CLASSIC MARGARITA

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