This is another of my favorites. I am always up to the job of trying new cocktails.
Classic Margarita Recipe
Makes 2 drinks
Ingredients
- 1 lime wedge, plus 2 lime wheels for garnish
- 1 tablespoon coarse salt, for glass rims
- 4 ounces tequila
- 2 ounces Cointreau
- 1 1/2 ounces fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
Directions
Run lime wedge around the outer rims of 2 rocks glasses and dip rims in salt. Set aside.
In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice. Fill with ice and shake until thoroughly chilled, about 15 seconds.
Fill glasses with fresh ice and strain margarita into both glasses. Garnish with lime wheels and serve.