Description
There’s no need to run out to buy mixer for your tequila fix when you can make this fresh margarita recipe. It’s vibrant, bright, and tasty.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salt Rim:
- 1 Tablespoon coarse salt, or kosher salt
- 1 tsp fresh lime zest
For the Cocktail:
- 1 1/2 fl oz silver tequila
- 1 fl oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 fl oz orange liqueur
- 1 1/2 Tbsp simple syrup
- 1 lime wedge, for garnish
Instructions
- To make the salt rim, combine salt and lime zest in a shallow bowl. Stir to combine.
- Use a lime wedge to moisten the rim of a margarita glass. Rim the glass in the lime-salt mixture, twisting to coat well.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup. Shake to chill and combine.
- Fill rimmed glass with ice. Strain margarita into the glass. Garnish with a lime wedge and serve.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Margarita
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Cocktails
Keywords: margarita, tequila, cocktail, adult beverage, lime, happy hour