Classic Margarita Cocktail Recipe

tequila

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: mezcal

Mezcal offers a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

orange liqueur

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: triple sec

Triple sec is a more affordable option with a similar sweetness.

simple syrup

🥗Healthier: honey syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Sugar is a basic sweetener that can be used instead.

Wet the rim of the glass with lime juice.

Roll the rim in salt until well coated and tap off excess salt.

Drop a cube of ice into the glass to chill it.

Measure 45 ml of tequila and pour it into the cocktail shaker.

Add 3/4 shot of orange liqueur (Cointreau or triple sec) to the shaker.

Add 3/4 shot of fresh lemon juice to the shaker.

Fill the cocktail shaker with ice.

Shake the mixture well.

Double strain the mixture into the prepared glass.

Garnish with a lime wheel and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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