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Best Classic Margarita Recipe

4.2
(10 reviews)
Author:Sonja Overhiser Total: 0h 5m 5 ingredients 1 serving

Here's how to make the classic margarita recipe! It's easy with just 3 ingredients: tequila, lime, and orange liqueur.

Best Classic Margarita Recipe

Prep Time

0h 5m

Cook Time

-

Ingredients

5

Yield

1 serving

Calories

-

Method

Step-by-step instructions

1

Cut a notch in a lime wedge, then run the lime around the rim of a glass. Dip the edge of the rim into a plate of salt.

2

Place all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with 4 ice cubes and shake until cold.

3

Strain the margarita into the glass with the salted rim. Fill the glass with ice and serve.

4

For a margarita pitcher (8 servings)

5

Place 1 ½ cups tequila, 1 cup Cointreau or Triple Sec, and ¾ cup lime juice in a pitcher. Add 3 handfuls ice and stir until cold. Pour into the prepared glasses.

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Author & Creator

Sonja Overhiser

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