Classic Margarita on the Rocks
Classic Margarita on the Rocks
Ingredients
For the Margaritas
- 8 fluid ounces tequila blanco
- 4 fluid ounces fresh lime juice
- 4 fluid ounces orange liqueur (like Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar or simple syrup, or to taste
- as needed ice cubes
For the Rim
- as needed kosher salt or sea salt
- 4 lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the glasses: Run a lime wedge around the rim of each of the four glasses. Pour salt onto a small plate and dip each rim into the salt to coat.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, and agave nectar (or simple syrup).
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Fill the shaker with ice cubes. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Fill the prepared glasses with fresh ice cubes.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Strain the margarita mixture from the shaker into the prepared glasses, dividing it evenly among the four servings.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
Garnish each margarita with a lime wedge.
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Classic Margarita on the Rocks
Ingredients
For the Margaritas
- 8 fluid ounces tequila blanco
- 4 fluid ounces fresh lime juice
- 4 fluid ounces orange liqueur (like Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar or simple syrup, or to taste
- as needed ice cubes
For the Rim
- as needed kosher salt or sea salt
- 4 lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the glasses: Run a lime wedge around the rim of each of the four glasses. Pour salt onto a small plate and dip each rim into the salt to coat.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, and agave nectar (or simple syrup).
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Fill the shaker with ice cubes. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Fill the prepared glasses with fresh ice cubes.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Strain the margarita mixture from the shaker into the prepared glasses, dividing it evenly among the four servings.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Garnish each margarita with a lime wedge.
⏱️ 1 min