Tequila · Strong
Margarita
A classic cocktail made with tequila, lime juice, and Cointreau or triple sec.
- Time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Cocktail glass
Ingredients
- Tequila (100% agave)Tequila (100% agave)Tequila is a distilled spirit made from the blue agave plant, primarily produced in the region surrounding the city of Tequila, Mexico. It is commonly used in cocktails like Margaritas and Tequila Sunrises.50 ml
- Fresh lime juiceFresh lime juiceFresh lime juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe limes, commonly used in cocktails for its tart and citrusy flavor. It is a key ingredient in drinks like Margaritas and Daiquiris.20 ml
- CointreauCointreauCointreau is a clear orange liqueur from France, known for its balanced sweet and bitter orange flavor. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Margarita and Cosmopolitan.20 ml
Gear
JiggerShaker
Method
- 1
Optionally rub a lime wedge on half the rim of a cocktail glass and dip in coarse salt.
- 2
Add tequila, lime juice, and CointreauCointreauCointreau is a clear orange liqueur from France, known for its balanced sweet and bitter orange flavor. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Margarita and Cosmopolitan. to a shaker with ice.
- 3
Shake well and strain into the prepared glass.
- 4
Garnish with a lime wedge.
