The classic margarita is a delightful cocktail made with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec, balanced with a touch of sweetness and often served with a salted rim.
Craving a classic margarita but don’t want to share? You’re in the right place! This one’s all yours—every zesty lime squeeze, exquisite tequila splash, and perfect rim of salt. Get ready to shake things up and sip like a legend.
About Classic Margarita for One
A margarita that tastes like a sunny vacation in a glass. It’s zingy, it’s zesty, it’s a fiesta in a vessel. Your tastebuds will be doing the cha-cha in no time. It’s the perfect drink for a solo fiesta or unwinding after a long day. Shake it like a maraca and let the good times roll!
- Cuisine Type: Mexican
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cooking Method: Mixology (no actual cooking involved)
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz Cointreau (or triple sec)
- 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (optional for sweetness)
- Salt (for rimming the glass)
- Ice
- Lime wedge (for garnish)
Instructions
- Take a rocks glass and run a lime wedge around the rim. Dip the rim in salt to coat it, like you’re giving it a crunchy hat.
- Add some ice cubes to a cocktail shaker. Be generous; you want this drink cold as your ex’s heart.
- Pour in 2 oz tequila, 1 oz Cointreau, and 1 oz lime juice. Add 1/2 oz simple syrup if you have a sweet tooth.
- Shake it like you mean it for about 15 seconds, or until your eardrums sound like a percussion band.
- Fill your salted glass with ice. Strain the shaken mixture into your prepared glass. Bravo, you’re nearly there!
- Garnish with a lime wedge. Secure your tropical getaway, one sip at a time.
Suggestions
- Alternative Ingredients: Swap out Cointreau for triple sec if you fancy. Try agave syrup instead of simple syrup for a twist.
- Garnishing Options: A thin slice of jalapeño for those who like it hot. Fresh mint leaves for a herbaceous touch.
- Tips: Ensure lime juice is freshly squeezed for the best zing. Invest in a decent shaker – no one wants a margarita with shrapnel.
