Classic Lime Margarita
There’s nothing quite like a fresh Classic Lime Margarita, after all it's one of the most popular cocktails in the world and definitely my favorite. This margarita is bright, citrusy, perfectly balanced, and always feels like a celebration all created by my husband. It's perfect for a relaxing evening at home, any taco night of the week, or mixing up a batch for friends. This classic cocktail keeps it all simple, refreshing, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 3 oz water
- 2 oz blanco or silver tequila
- 1/2 oz orange liqueur (We like to use Triple Sec)
- 1 oz fresh lime juice (bottles works too)
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice (bottled works too)
- 1/2 oz agave
- ice
- Lime wedge and coarse salt, for the glass rim (optional)
Instructions
- Salt the rim of the glass (optional): Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a glass. Fill a small plate with coarse salt. Dip the glass into the salt to coat the rim. Fill with ice.
- Place the tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, lemon juice, water, and agave in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake and strain into the glass. Taste and stir in more agave nectar, if desired. Garnish with lime slices and serve.
Notes
This recipe makes a single-serving margarita. For a pitcher of margaritas, multiply the recipe by 8 to make enough to serve a crowd. I recommend stirring it in a pitcher with ice instead of shaking it.
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