Classic Margarita
Elevate your cocktail game with this timeless Classic Margarita recipe, a perfect balance of bold tequila, tangy lime juice, and sweet triple sec. This iconic drink is as refreshing as it is easy to make, featuring a rim of salted perfection that enhances every sip. With a splash of simple syrup to round out the flavors, this margarita recipe is crafted in just 10 minutes, making it an ideal choice for everything from casual gatherings to festive celebrations. Serve it chilled in a salted glass and garnish with a lime wheel to impress your guests with this flavorful crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting happy hour or unwinding after a long day, this Classic Margarita is sure to hit all the right notes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Tequila
- 1 ounce Triple sec
- 1 ounce Lime juice
- 0.5 ounce Simple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 piece Lime wheel
- 1 cup Ice cubes
Instructions
Start by preparing your serving glass. Take a lime wedge and run it around the rim of a chilled margarita glass.
Spread the salt evenly on a small plate. Invert the glass and dip the rim into the salt to coat it evenly.
In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup.
Fill the shaker with ice cubes, cover, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim of the glass.
Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly balanced classic margarita.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7082 mg | 308% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 49 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
