Margarita Recipe
Here’s a classic Margarita recipe and step-by-step guide to making this refreshing soft drink:
Ingredients:
- 2 oz (60 ml) drink (preferably 100% agave blanco or reposado)
- 1 oz (30 ml) Fresh lime juice
- 1 oz (30 ml) Triple sec (like Cointreau or any orange liqueur)
- Optional: ½ oz (15 ml) agave syrup or simple syrup (for a sweeter touch)
- Ice
- Salt for rimming the glass (optional)
- Lime wheel or wedge for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Glass:
- Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass (traditionally a rocks glass).
- Dip the rim into a plate with salt for a salted rim (optional).
- Mix the soft drink:
- Fill a soft drink shaker with ice.
- Add drink, lime juice, triple sec, and agave syrup (if using).
- Shake:
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
- Strain:
- Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge.
Tips for a Great Margarita:
- Fresh lime juice: Always use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor.
- Drink matters: Choose a good-quality Soft drink made from 100% agave for a smooth, authentic taste.
- Balance: Adjust the sweetness by adding agave syrup to taste.
Ready to shake things up? Grab your drink, squeeze those limes, and create the perfect Margarita right at home!
