Cocktail
Margarita
How to make a Margarita - the Mexican classic of tequila, orange liqueur and lime with a salt rim. This is how the perfect cocktail succeeds.
5 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Margarita glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Margarita is the most famous tequila cocktail in the world and a piece of Mexican bar culture. Tequila, orange liqueur and fresh lime make a perfectly balanced sour that is classically served with a salt rim. The legends argue over its exact origin - but not over its cult status.
Instructions
- Moisten the glass rim with a lime wedge and twist it in salt.
- Add tequila, orange liqueur and lime juice to the shaker.
- Fill up with ice cubes and shake hard.
- Strain into the prepared margarita glass.
- Garnish with a lime slice and serve.
Garnish: Salt rim and lime slice
Pro tip: Run the lime wedge over only half of the glass rim before salting - this way the guest can decide whether to drink with or without salt.
Frequently asked questions
Which tequila goes in a Margarita?
Best is a tequila made from 100 percent agave, ideally a blanco. It brings clear, fresh agave notes that harmonize with lime and liqueur.
Does a Margarita need a salt rim?
No, that is a matter of taste. The salt emphasizes the aromas and softens the acidity, but many also enjoy the Margarita completely without a rim.
What is a Frozen Margarita?
For a Frozen Margarita, all ingredients are blended with crushed ice into a creamy, icy consistency - ideal for hot summer days.
Ingredients
- Tequila (100% agave)5 cl
- Orange liqueur (Triple Sec)2 cl
- Lime juice (fresh)2 cl
- Lime wedge (for the rim)1
- (for the glass rim)Salt
