Classic Margarita

5 from 1 vote

This classic margarita is tangy, tart, and refreshing with lime juice, Cointreau, and tequila. Serve on the rock or frozen!

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Tex Mex

Keyword: frozen margarita, homemade classic margarita, homemade margarita, how to make a margarita, lime cocktails, lime margarita, mexican cocktails, on the rocks margarita

Servings: cocktails

Author: Brandy O'Neill - Nutmeg Nanny

Equipment

Ingredients

1 lime wedge
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 cups of ice
4 ounces gold tequila
4 ounces fresh squeezed lime juice
2 ounce Cointreau
2 ounces simple syrup

Instructions

Place your kosher salt onto a flat small plate.
Use your wedge of lime to moisten the rim of your glasses.
Dip the edges of the rim of the glass onto the salt plate.
Set the glass aside.
Place your lime juice, Tequila, Cointreau, simple syrup, and ice in a blender.
Blend until smooth.
Serve immediately and garnish with mint or extra lime slices.

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