Classic Margarita

Vegetarian 35 min 1 serving Easy 163 kcal

by Tavolino

A refreshing and zesty classic cocktail made with tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur. It strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet without being overly sugary.

Ingredients

Tequila 45 ml
Lime juice 30 ml
Cointreau or Triple Sec 15 ml
Lime wedge 1 piece
Coarse salt 1/4 cup

Preparation

1
Place the cocktail glasses in the fridge to chill for 30 minutes.
2
Pour the coarse salt into a small, shallow dish.
3
Take a lime wedge and run it lightly around the rim of each chilled glass.
4
Dip the rim of the glass into the dish of salt to coat it evenly.
5
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
6
Add 45 ml tequila to the shaker.
7
Pour 30 ml lime juice into the shaker.
8
Add 15 ml Cointreau or Triple Sec to the mixture.
9
Close the shaker and shake vigorously about 15 times to chill the drink.
10
Strain the margarita into the prepared, salt-rimmed glass.