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Classic Margarita

The most famous tequila cocktail in the world. Blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, and orange liqueur (Cointreau) shaken and served over ice with a salt rim. The 2:1:1 ratio is the gold standard. Skip the pre-made sour mix — fresh lime is non-negotiable.

Prep5 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves1 cocktail

Ingredients

  • 2 oz blanco tequila (100% agave)
  • 1 oz Cointreau (or quality triple sec)
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • Coarse salt for rim
  • Lime wheel for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass, then dip in coarse salt.
  2. 2. Fill the glass with fresh ice.
  3. 3. Add tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice to a shaker with ice.
  4. 4. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well-chilled.
  5. 5. Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
  6. 6. Garnish with a lime wheel.
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