Description
The Classic Margarita is a refreshing and zesty cocktail that combines the vibrant flavors of silver tequila, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and a hint of agave nectar. Perfect for summer parties or cozy nights at home, this drink is quick to prepare and endlessly customizable. Whether you prefer it on the rocks or as a frozen treat, this classic recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 oz blanco/silver tequila
- 1 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or Grand Marnier)
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz agave nectar or simple syrup
- Ice
- Optional: Lime wedge and coarse salt for rim
Instructions
- Prepare your glass by rubbing a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into coarse salt.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and agave nectar.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well mixed and chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over ice.
- Adjust sweetness if desired by stirring in additional agave nectar.
- Garnish with lime slices.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 198
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For a frozen version, blend all ingredients with ice until slushy. Experiment with fruits like mango or strawberries for added flavor.