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Classic Margarita22.7% ABV
Shaken · 3 min · level 1

Classic Margarita

Tequila, orange liqueur and lime — the world’s favourite tequila cocktail.

Ice
Large cube
Dilution
30%
Garnish
Salt half-rim, lime wheel

Recipe scaler

1 servings
  • Blanco tequila
  • Cointreau
  • Fresh lime juice
Final volume
Strength22.7% ABV
Std. drinks each1.6
All servings

METHOD

  1. 1

    Rim half the glass with salt. Shake all ingredients with ice for 12 seconds.

  2. 2

    Strain over fresh ice and garnish with a lime wheel.

The Margarita’s origins are disputed, with several bars in Mexico and the United States claiming the first one in the 1930s and 40s.

Please enjoy responsibly. One serving contains about 1.6 standard drinks.

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Perfect matchEcho Shrimp Ceviche Mexican · Starter The lime in the glass mirrors the lime in the bowl.

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