How To Make Margarita Drink At Home

By Team Editorial

Going to the bar for a classic margarita may not always be convenient. Here's an easy-to-follow recipe to help you make this drink at home.

Ingredients

1 tbsp kosher salt 1½ ounces tequila 1 ounce of Cointreau ½ ounce lime juice 1 cup ice cubes 1 lime wheel

Step 1

Grab a small plate and sprinkle some salt on it. Use a damp paper towel to lightly wet the rim of your margarita glass.

Step 2

Be ready with your tequila, orange brandy, and lime juice. Pour it in the same order into your cocktail shaker. 

Step 3

Use a strainer to strain your drink into the glass. Bedeck a slice of lemon on top of the rim of the margarita glass.

Tips from the best

Quality liqueur determines the superiority of your margarita. Pick a premium brand like blanco or reposado tequila for the most incredible results.

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If you want to make the margarita sweeter, adding 2 tablespoons of simple syrup should do the trick.

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If you want a flavorful margarita, add apple, watermelon, or strawberry to your mix and blend it.

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