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The Perfect Margarita

This margarita recipe is the perfect blend of fresh lime juice, white tequila, and triple sec shaken with ice and served in chilled cocktail glasses.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz white tequila
  • 1 oz triple sec orange liqueur
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice about 1 lime
  • 1 lime wedge for garnish
  • Salt for rimming the glass optional
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. Rim your glass with a lime wedge and dip it in salt. Set aside.
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
  3. Pour in the white tequila, triple sec, and fresh lime juice.
  4. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
  5. Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
  6. Garnish with a lime wedge and serve immediately.
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