Perfect Classic Margarita on the Rocks
A simple, refreshing margarita recipe with just three main ingredients: blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, and orange liqueur, served on the rocks with a salted rim.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz (60 ml) blanco tequila (100% agave)
- 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice
- 1 oz (30 ml) orange liqueur (Triple sec or Cointreau)
- Coarse salt for rimming the glass
- Ice cubes (large or crushed)
- Lime wedge for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass, then dip the rim into coarse salt on a small plate. Set aside.
- Squeeze fresh limes to obtain about 1 oz (30 ml) of juice.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz (60 ml) blanco tequila, 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice, and 1 oz (30 ml) orange liqueur.
- Fill the shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled and mixed.
- Fill the prepared rocks glass with fresh ice.
- Strain the margarita mixture into the glass over the ice.
- Garnish with a lime wedge or a thin lime wheel.
Notes
Use fresh lime juice for best flavor; avoid bottled juice. Use 100% agave blanco tequila for a clean taste. Rim the glass once with lime wedge to avoid salt clumps. Shake well but avoid over-shaking to prevent dilution. Large ice cubes chill without watering down quickly. Serve immediately for best freshness. Optional: add a teaspoon of agave syrup if you prefer a sweeter margarita.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (approx.
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0.91
- Carbohydrates: 11
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