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Classic Margarita
5 from 3 votes

Classic Margarita

This classic margarita is tangy, tart, and refreshing with lime juice, Cointreau, and tequila. Serve on the rock or frozen!

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 cocktails
Calories: 291 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients

  • 1 lime wedge
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 cups ice
  • 4 ounces tequila gold
  • 4 ounces lime fresh squeezed juice
  • 2 ounce Cointreau
  • 2 ounces simple syrup

Instructions

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  1. Place your kosher salt onto a flat small plate. 
  2. Use your wedge of lime to moisten the rim of your glasses.
  3. Dip the edges of the rim of the glass onto the salt plate.
  4. Set the glass aside. 
  5. Place your lime juice, Tequila, Cointreau, simple syrup, and ice in a blender.
  6. Blend until smooth. 
  7. Serve immediately and garnish with mint or extra lime slices. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 291kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Sodium 3787mg (158%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 22g (44%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2 cocktails

Amount Per Serving

Calories 291

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 291kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Sodium 3787mg 158%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 22g 44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.