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Cocktail glass with a classic margarita and lime wedge.
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5 from 2 votes

Classic Margarita

This classic margarita is crisp, refreshing, and made with just 4 simple ingredients. It's perfect for warm evenings or any easy at-home cocktail moment.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Southwestern
Difficulty: Easy
Method: Mixing
Servings: 1 margarita
Author: Kaleb

Ingredients

  • 2 oz tequila blanco
  • ¾ oz orange liqueur (such as Cointreau)
  • 1 ½ oz fresh lime juice
  • ¼ oz agave syrup
  • ice

For the rim (optional)

  • lime slices
  • flaky salt

Instructions

  • Prepare the cocktail: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and agave syrup. Shake for about 30 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
    2 oz tequila blanco, ¾ oz orange liqueur (such as Cointreau), 1 ½ oz fresh lime juice, ¼ oz agave syrup, ice
  • Serve: If you'd like a salted rim, rub the edge of a glass with a lime wedge (or a bit of water), then dip it into flaky salt. Fill a glass with ice, strain the drink into the glass, and garnish with a lime slice.
    lime slices, flaky salt

Nutrition

Serving: 1margarita | Calories: 243kcal