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Classic Margarita recipe

A classic Margarita balances tequila, citrus and orange liqueur. We use the IBA proportions: 5 cl tequila, 2 cl triple sec and 1.5 cl fresh lime juice. Shake with ice and serve straight up in a chilled glass.

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Margarita cocktail illustration

Ingredients

Base recipe: 1 cocktail. Choose how many to shop for.

  • 5 cl 100% agave tequila
  • 2 cl triple sec
  • 1.5 cl fresh lime juice
  • Ice cubes, plus optional salt and lime for the rim

Equipment

  • Cocktail glass
  • Shaker
  • Measuring jigger
  • Cocktail strainer
  • Citrus press

Method

  1. Chill a cocktail glass. For an optional salt rim, rub lime around half the rim and gently dip it in a little salt.
  2. Measure tequila, triple sec and fresh lime juice into a shaker.
  3. Fill with ice and shake vigorously until the shaker feels very cold.
  4. Strain into the chilled glass and serve immediately.

Proportions adapted from International Bartenders Association. Image: cocktail illustration.

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