Description
This Margarita offers a delightful combination of tequila, fresh lime juice, and orange liqueur for a zesty, refreshing drink. With a simple prep time of just a few minutes, it’s perfect for gatherings or a relaxing evening at home. Enjoy this classic cocktail whether you’re entertaining guests or unwinding after a long day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz orange liqueur, such as cointreau, triple sec, or grand marnier
- 1 oz fresh lime juice, from 1 lime
- ¼ oz simple syrup or agave syrup (optional)
- lime slices, for garnish
- coarse salt, for rimming the glass
Instructions
- Place coarse salt on a small plate. Rub the rim of the glass with a lime wedge and dip it in coarse salt if desired. Add ice to the glass if using.
- Combine tequila, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup (if using) in a cocktail shaker. Add ice and shake vigorously.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared glass. Garnish the rim with a lime slice.
Notes
Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup or agave syrup.
This drink can be blended with ice for a frozen version.
Feel free to experiment with different types of orange liqueur.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg