Today, we're revealing all the secrets to making an authentic margarita, the famous Mexican cocktail made with tequila, lime juice and Triple Sec. Refreshing and full of flavor, the margarita is a must-have for evenings out and moments of relaxation. Discover our step-by-step recipe for making this iconic drink at home!
So let me make it clear that I'm more of a Rum man than a Tequila man. But for Cinco de Mayo, the margarita is a better choice. Besides, it's one of my parents' favorite cocktails.
When it comes to choosing tequila, I've often been recommended the Don JulioIt's very good, but far from the cheapest. If you have a better choice, please let me know.
A bonus anti-waste tip for glass selection. There are glasses especially for margaritas. Personally, I find that using Masson jars - mine are tomato sauce jars that I reuse in glass - adds charm to all my cocktails!
The margarita is one of the world's most popular cocktails, thanks to its perfect balance between the acidity of lime, the sweetness of triple sec and the power of tequila. Whether it's for an evening out with friends, a summer barbecue or simply to unwind after a long day, the margarita is always a great option to brighten up your taste buds and put a smile on your face!
This recipe will allow you to create a classic margarita, but feel free to personalize your cocktail by adding fruits like strawberry or mango for a fruity variation, or trying different tequilas to vary the flavors.
Try this margarita recipe at home and impress your guests with this classic Mexican cocktail. Salud!
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Cocktail, the Mexican Margarita
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 glasses 1x
Description
Today, we're revealing all the secrets to making an authentic margarita, that famous Mexican cocktail made with tequila, lime juice and Triple Sec.
Ingredients
- 7 cL white tequila
- 4 cL triple sec (or Cointrau)
- 9 cL lime juice
- fine salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Maragarita glasses by rubbing a lime wedge around the edges of the glass and dipping in fine salt to make it stick.
- In a shaker half-filled with ice cubes, pour the white tequila, triple sec and lime juice.
- Whisk for a few seconds, then pour into a Margarita glass frosted with salt, holding back the ice cubes with a sieve.
Bonus: add one or two scoops of lime sorbet or a lime wedge.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Cuisine: Mexican
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