Classic Margarita Recipe
This classic margarita recipe is bright, refreshing, and perfectly balanced with fresh lime juice, smooth blanco tequila, and a touch of orange liqueur. It’s an easy, homemade margarita that delivers bar-quality flavor in minutes, perfect for happy hour or any Latin-inspired meal.
Servings: 1
Calories: 282kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 oz Blanco Tequila
- 0.75 oz Cointreau or Triple Sec
- 1 oz Simple Syrup
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
Instructions
- Start by preparing your glass. Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip it into margarita salt, tajín, or sugar. Set aside.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with blanco tequila, triple sec or Cointreau, simple syrup, and fresh lime juice. Add ice then shake vigorously until the mixture is well chilled.
- Strain the margarita into your prepared glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a lime wedge or lime wheels, then serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Below are a few tips to make the ultimate margarita:
Use fresh lime juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice gives your margarita the best flavor, bottled juice won’t deliver the same brightness.
Choose a good tequila: Since tequila is the base of this classic cocktail, using a quality blanco tequila will make a noticeable difference.
Chill your glass: For an extra refreshing margarita, place your glass in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Make it ahead: You can mix the margarita base ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator, just shake with ice right before serving.
For a smoother finish: Use Cointreau instead of basic triple sec for a more refined orange flavor.
Adjust to your taste: Prefer a sweeter cocktail? Add a little more simple syrup. Like it tart? Reduce the sweetness and let the citrus shine.
Nutrition
Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 51mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg