Ingredients:

  • 2 oz (60 ml) Blanco (Silver) Tequila
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
  • ¾ oz (22 ml) Cointreau (or other orange liqueur like Triple Sec)
  • ½ oz (15 ml) Agave Nectar (optional, adjust to taste)
  • Lime wedge
  • Coarse salt (kosher or sea salt)

Instructions:

  1. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass.
  2. Pour salt onto a small plate. Invert the glass and gently rotate it in the salt to coat the rim.
  3. Add tequila, lime juice, Cointreau, and agave nectar (if using) to a cocktail shaker.
  4. Fill the shaker with ice. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds, until well chilled.
  5. Strain the margarita into your prepared glass filled with ice (or neat, if you prefer up).
  6. Garnish with a fresh lime wedge. Enjoy this perfect margarita recipe.