Margarita (Frozen)

Ingredients

• Tequila blancoTequila blancoTequila blanco is a clear, unaged spirit made from the blue agave plant, primarily produced in Mexico. It has a bold, earthy flavor and is commonly used in cocktails like Margaritas.60 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.30 ml
• Fresh lime juiceFresh lime juiceFresh lime juice is the juice extracted from ripe limes, known for its tart and tangy flavor. It is commonly used in cocktails to add acidity and balance sweetness.30 ml
• Simple SyrupSimple SyrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar.15 ml
• Crushed iceCrushed iceCrushed ice is small pieces of ice created by crushing larger ice cubes. It is commonly used in cocktails to chill drinks quickly and provide a slushy texture.1 cup
• Lime wheel (garnish)Lime wheel (garnish)A lime wheel is a circular slice of lime used as a garnish in cocktails. It adds a citrus aroma and visual appeal to drinks like the Gin and Tonic or Margarita.1 wheel

Method

1. 1

   Run a lime wedge around the rim of a wide coupe or margarita glass, then dip it in coarse salt.

2. 2

   Add tequila, 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., fresh lime juicefresh lime juiceFresh lime juice is the juice extracted from ripe limes, known for its tart and tangy flavor. It is commonly used in cocktails to add acidity and balance sweetness., simple syrupsimple syrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar., and 1 cup of crushed icecrushed iceCrushed ice is small pieces of ice created by crushing larger ice cubes. It is commonly used in cocktails to chill drinks quickly and provide a slushy texture. to a blender.

3. 3

   Blend on high for 20–30 seconds until smooth and slushy — add more ice if needed.

4. 4

   Pour into the salt-rimmed glass and garnish with a lime wheel on the rim.

5. 5

   Serve immediately with a wide straw.