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Classic Margarita

My take on the classic rocks margarita, with blanco tequila, triple sec, plenty of lime and a salt rim.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: alcohol, lime, margarita, salt, tequila, triple sec
Servings: 1 drink
Calories: 218kcal
Author: Kimberly Salem

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1-2 lime wedge for salt rim and garnish
  • coarse salt
  • 2 oz blanco tequila
  • ½ oz triple sec - I used Cointreau
  • ¾ oz freshly squeezed lime juice - from approx 1 Persian lime or 2 Key limes
  • ½ oz simple syrup
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Use a lime wedge to wet the rim of the cocktail glass. Dip the rim of the glass into the coarse salt and set aside.
  • Add the tequila, triple sec, lime juice and simple syrup to the cocktail shaker along with ice.
  • Shake to dilute, about 15-20 times.
  • Add fresh ice to the cocktail glass and strain the cocktail into the glass.
  • Add a lime wedge to the glass and serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 39mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg