There is nothing I enjoy more than a margarita when the mood strikes. I’ve been to my fair share of Margarita Mondays, and had my fair share of mediocre margs. I’ve come along way from 99 cent margaritas and cheap tequila. I perfected my margarita recipe, now there is nothing I enjoy more than a classic lime margarita. These margaritas come together quickly, and can be enjoyed on a weeknight evening or at your next party.
Classic Lime Margaritas
There are a few things that separate this margaritas from what you may get at your local bar or chain restaurant. When it comes to mixed drinks, I’ve found that fresh quality ingredients make all the difference.
- Lime juice – freshly squeezed lime juice makes all the difference in the world. Margarita mix can’t hold a candle to the real thing.
- Tequila – I prefer a blanco tequila over a gold. A top self brand is preferred. My go to is Espolon. Readily available and won’t break the bank.
- Triple sec- Skip the general version and go with the good stuff here. My preference is Cointreau.
- Agave nectar – I really like the subtle sweetness that agave nectar adds and prefer it over simple syrup.
Variations
- Tequila – A smokey mexcal would work great here if you like more kick
- Juice- Strawberry, Mango, and Pineapple are great options for different flavors.
- Simple syrup – An infused simple syrup such as jalapeno or mint kicks the flavor profile up.
Gather your ingredients
Pour margarita salt onto a saucer and add lime zest.
Take a lime wedge and rim your glasses.
Dip rimmed glass into lime zest and salt mixture.
Fill with ice
In a shaker combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and agave nectar.
Cover and shake vigorously for 30-50 seconds.
Pour strained margarita into cocktail glass.
Cheers
Classic Lime Margaritas
Ingredients
- 4 oz blanco tequila
- 4 oz triple sec
- 1/2 oz agave nectar
- 3 oz lime juice freshly squeezed
- margarita salt to rim glass
- lime wedges for garnish (optional)
- lime zest optional
- Ice for mixing
Margaritas for a Crowd
- 1 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
- 2 cups blanco tequila
- 1 cup triple sec
- 1/2 cup agave nectar
Instructions
Classic Margaritas
- Combine zest of 1 lime and margarita salt on a saucer or small plate.
- In a large shaker add several ice cubes.
- Pour in tequila, triple sec, and lime juice.
- Add agave nectar.
- Cover and shake cocktail vigorously for 20-30 seconds.
- Take a lime wedge and rub it around the rim of glasses. Dip the rimmed glass into the salt and lime zest mixture.
- Fill glass with ice, and our margarita into glasses.
Margaritas for a Crowd
- In large pitcher add tequila, triple sec, and lime juice.
- Add agave nectar, and stir vigorously for 30-45 seconds.
- Take lime wedges and rim glasses. Dip rimmed glasses into salt and lime zest mixture.
- Fill glasses with ice, and pour margaritas into glasses.
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