Classic Margarita Recipe + 5 MUST Avoid Mistakes

Welcome! Get ready to elevate your cocktail game with this easy and delicious classic margarita recipe. We'll walk you through each step to create the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and strong!

Salt the Rim (Optional)

If desired, prepare your glass by moistening the rim with a lime wedge and dipping it into a plate of salt.

Combine Ingredients

In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 ounces of tequila (preferably 100% agave), 1 ounce of Cointreau (or good quality triple sec), and 3/4 ounce of fresh lime juice. Seal the shaker tightly and shake briefly. (5-10 sec)

Add Ice

Fill your prepared glass with fresh ice.

Strain and Serve

Fill your prepared glass with fresh ice. Strain the margarita mixture into the glass.

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Making a Margarita

• Bad Tequila: Using cheap tequila containing a mixture of grain spirits and agave spirits, caramel coloring, and "natural flavorings" instead of tequila made from 100% blue agave. It's better to use tequila made from 100% blue agave.
• Fake Lime Juice: Using pre-squeezed, packaged lime juice from the supermarket with additives instead of fresh-squeezed lime juice.
• Ice That's Too Small: Using small ice cubes that melt quickly and dilute the drink. Use larger ice cubes.
• Premade Margarita Mix: Using premade margarita mixes that contain a lot of high-fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, and other additives. It's better to use simple ingredients.
• Incorrect Proportions in a Frozen Margarita: Simply blending a regular margarita with ice. It's necessary to adjust the proportions by adding more lime juice and simple syrup.

Cheers! You've just crafted a perfect Classic Margarita. Enjoy responsibly and feel free to adjust the ratios to your personal taste!