Authentic Mexican Margarita
When choosing your tequila, quality is key. Opt for a blanco made from 100% blue agave. Although many people reach for premade sour mix, using fresh lime juice will result in a vastly superior drink.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces blanco tequila
- ½ ounce orange liqueur
- 1 ounce lime juice freshly squeezed
- ½ ounce agave syrup
- lime wheel garnish
- kosher salt garnish
Instructions
- Add tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice and agave syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and shake until well-chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and kosher salt (optional).