The Original Margarita

Name: The Original Margarita
Prep time: 2 min
Total time: 2 min
Ingredients: 1.00oz Cointreau; 2.00oz blanco tequila; 1.00oz fresh lime juice

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2 min

Beginner

The Margarita was originally created when Dallas socialite Margarita Sames mixed her two favorite spirits, Cointreau and tequila, together with lime juice while on vacation in Acapulco back in 1948. This original Margarita recipe has stood the test of time for over 75 years.

Ingredients

Cocktail(s)

cl
oz
ml
parts

1.00
oz
Cointreau
2.00
oz
blanco tequila
1.00
oz
fresh lime juice

How to make

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Make a salt rim on your glass
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Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
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Shake vigorously until well chilled
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Strain into a Margarita glass
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Garnish with a lime wheel

The Original Margarita

Ingredients

How to make

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