Margarita
The undisputed champion of cocktails: tequila, fresh lime, and orange liqueur in perfect balance. Whether frozen or on the rocks, salted or naked, it's always the right choice.
- 2 ozblanco tequila(100% agave preferred)
- 1 ozfresh lime juice(freshly squeezed)
- ¾ ozorange liqueur(such as Cointreau or triple sec)
- lime wheel and salt rimgarnish
- 1Run a lime wedge around the rim of a coupe glass and dip in salt if desired.
- 2Add tequila and lime juice and orange liqueur to a shaker with ice.
- 3Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well chilled.
- 4Strain into the prepared glass.
- 5Garnish with a lime wheel.
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Created in Mexico during the 1930s or 1940s. Multiple origin stories exist including claims from Tijuana and Acapulco. Became hugely popular in the United States by the 1950s.
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