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Classic margarita in a short glass with a golden straw garnished a slice of lime.

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Classic Margarita

Recipe by Veronika Sykorova

This Classic Margarita is one of the most popular cocktails and for a good reason! It's simple, easy to make, and impossible to mess up! Learn how to make this simple drink in a few easy steps!

  • Total Time10 minutes
  • Yield1 1x
  • DietVegan

Ingredients

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  • 1 lime wedge
  • 1 tbsp sea salt
  • Ice
  • 1 1/2 oz tequila (blanco or reposado)
  • 1/2 oz Cointreau or Triple Sec
  • 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup (or 1/4 oz agave syrup)
  • 1-2 dashes of orange bitters (optional)
  • Lime slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. To prep your glass, run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it in sea salt. Fill the glass with ice and set aside.
  2. To a cocktail shaker, add tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, simple syrup, and orange bitters, if using.
  3. Add a handful of ice and shake vigorously for a few seconds.
  4. Strain the margarita into your prepared glass and garnish with a slice of lime.

Notes

Make it into a pitcher: For 10 servings you'll need 1 3/4 cup tequila, 1/2 cup + 2tbsp Cointreau, 1 1/4 cup lime juice (approx 10 limes), and 1/2 cup + 2tbsp simple syrup.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Cocktails
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican

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