Description
Classic Margaritas are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for any gathering or celebration. This vibrant cocktail combines the zesty zing of fresh lime juice, the warmth of tequila, and a touch of orange liqueur for a refreshing experience that outshines store-bought mixes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 30 oz tequila (reposado or silver)
- 20 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau recommended)
- 15 oz fresh lime juice
- 5 oz simple syrup
- Lime slices/wedges for garnish
- Salt for rimming glasses (optional)
Instructions
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To make simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan, heat until the sugar dissolves, and let cool before using.
- In a large pitcher, mix together tequila, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup until well combined.
- Chill the margarita mix in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Rim glasses with lime juice and salt if desired.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add margarita mix to cover the ice, and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
- Pour into prepared glasses over fresh ice and garnish with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 margarita (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg