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Classic Margarita

A bright agave sour balancing earthy tequila, orange liqueur, lime, and an optional salty edge.

Main alcohol
Tequila
Estimated strength
Moderate
Technique
Shaken
Serving style
Served up
Glass
Margarita Glass
Garnish
lime wheel
Carbonation
Still

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Tequila
  • 1 oz Lime Juice
  • 0.5 oz Triple Sec
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 piece Lime Wedge
  • 1 piece Lime Wheel
  • 1 cup Ice

Instructions

  1. Salt the rim using a lime wedge.
  2. Combine tequila, lime juice, and triple sec in a shaker with ice.
  3. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Strain over fresh ice.
  4. Garnish with a lime wheel.