Margarita

Tequila, orange liqueur and fresh lime create a short citrus cocktail with an agave-led center. This version follows the IBA proportions and is served up, with an optional half-rim of salt.

a pale lime Margarita in a coupe with a half-salted rim and lime wheel against a black background.

Active preparation: 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 50 ml Blanco tequila, 100% agave
  • 20 ml Triple sec orange liqueur
  • 15 ml Fresh lime juice
  • 1 piece Lime slice or wedge, for garnish
  • 1 g Fine salt, for optional glass rim

Instructions

  1. Chill a coupe glass and measure the ingredients.
  2. Add the non-carbonated liquid ingredients to a shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice, seal, and shake briskly for about 10–12 seconds.
  4. Strain into the chilled coupe glass.
  5. Finish with a lime wheel and serve promptly.