Game Night Margaritas
Elevate your next gathering with these zesty and refreshing Game Night Margaritas—perfect for sipping during a night of fun and laughter. Crafted with a balanced blend of smooth tequila, tangy fresh lime juice, and a hint of orange liqueur, this classic cocktail is easy to customize with optional simple syrup for just the right touch of sweetness. The salted rim adds a delightful savoriness, while a lime wedge garnish gives it a polished, party-ready finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy margarita recipe will keep the good times rolling. Whether you're dealing cards or rolling dice, these homemade margaritas are guaranteed to keep spirits high.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila
- 1 oz Triple sec or orange liqueur
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz Simple syrup (optional, based on sweetness preference)
- 1 cup Ice
- 2 tbsp Coarse salt (for rimming the glass)
- 1 piece Lime wedges (for rimming and garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the margarita glass by running a lime wedge along the rim to dampen it.
2. Pour the coarse salt onto a small plate and dip the dampened rim of the glass into the salt to coat it. Set the glass aside.
3. In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup (if using).
4. Add ice to the shaker, filling it about halfway.
5. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the ingredients are well-mixed and chilled.
6. Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice as needed.
7. Strain the margarita mixture into the glass over the ice.
8. Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim or floating on top of the drink.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy your Game Night Margaritas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
261 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 13213 mg | 574% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 39 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.
