How to Make The Perfect Margarita - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things more refreshing on a hot summer day than a perfectly crafted margarita. The combination of tangy lime, sweet agave nectar, and the subtle kick of tequila is enough to transport you to a tropical paradise with just one sip. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, enjoying a quiet evening at home, or simply in need of a refreshing drink, the margarita is a classic cocktail that never fails to satisfy.

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Ingredients

  • 1 wedge lime
  • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt, or as needed
  • 1 large ice cube
  • 1 cup ice cubes, or as needed
  • 2 fluid ounces white tequila
  • 1 ½ fluid ounces triple sec
  • 1 fluid ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 slice lime

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 margarita

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Moisten the rim of a glass with a lime wedge. Sprinkle salt onto a plate. Lightly dip the moistened rim into the salt.
  • Place a large ice cube in the glass and freeze the prepared glass until ready to serve.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with fresh ice. Add tequila, triple sec, and lime juice. Cover and shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker has frosted.
  • Strain margarita into the chilled glass and garnish with a slice of lime.
  • Nutrition

    321 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 331mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 31mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 125mg