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