Fresh Squeezed Margarita

By FAR my favorite drink. I remember trying my mom’s Margaritas from La Bola in Denver and thinking it was the most disgusting thing ever. But then I grew up and discovered good tequila and margaritas made with orange liqueur. Pure heaven.

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Serving Size: 1 serving

Chef: Christie DeHaan

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Fresh Squeezed Margarita

The best cocktail on God's green earth.

Prep time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min

Ingredients

• 1 ounces silver tequila (Patron, Herradura)
• 1/2 ounce orange liqueur (Patron Citronge, Grand Marnier, Cointreau)
• 1 ounce freshly-squeezed lime juice
• 1 ounce Agave nectar or simple syrup
• Ice
• Lime wedge and coarse salt for rimming the glass (optional)

Instructions

1. Run the juicy part of a lime wedge around the top rim of your serving glass. Fill a shallow bowl or plate with salt, then dip the rim until it is covered with the desired amount of salt. Set it aside.
2. Add the tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, sweetener, and a few ice cubes to a cocktail shaker. Shake or stir for about 10 seconds, until combined.
3. Fill glass with ice and strain in the margarita mix.
4. Garnish with lime slice.

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