Stop using margarita mix. For a classic margarita recipe all you need is tequila, fresh lime juice, triple sec, and simple syrup.
The classic Margarita is one of the most popular cocktails in the world.I’m a sucker for a classic and a spicy one! The key to the Spicy Margarita’s heat is fresh jalapenos.
Here’s my two go-to favorite margarita recipes.
INGREDIENTS
Classic
- 1 lime wedge
- 1 tablespoon coarse salt, for glass rims
- 4 ounces high-quality blanco tequila
- 2 ounces Cointreau
- 1 1/2 ounces fresh juice
- Lime wheels for garnish
Spicy
- 1 lime wedge
- 2 jalapeno coins
- 2 ounces blanco tequila
- 1/2 ounce orange liqueur
- 1 ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/2 ounce agave syrup
- 1 tablespoon coarse salt, for glass rims
- Jalapeno coin, garnish
- Lime wheels, garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
If you’d like a salt rimmed glass, slice a lime into quarters and rub one of the quarters along the rim of a glass. Spread margarita salt onto a small plate and turn the glass upside down into the salt. The salt should stick to the rim.
In a cocktail shaker, combine all ingredients. Fill with ice and shake until thoroughly chilled, about 15 seconds (the bottom of a metal shaker should frost over).
Fill glasses with fresh ice and strain margarita into both glasses.
Garnish and serve.