Are you looking to make a perfectly blended margarita for your next gathering? It’s easier than you think—you need the right ingredients and supplies and a few minutes of effort, and you’ll have a delicious cocktail that’s sure to impress.
Gather Your Tools and Ingredients
Before making your margarita, gather the necessary ingredients and tools. You’ll need tequila, orange liqueur such as triple sec or Cointreau, freshly squeezed lime juice (not from concentrate!), ice cubes, simple syrup to sweeten, and a cocktail shaker and knife. Once you have everything ready to go, you’re ready to get started.
Rim the Margarita Glasses with Salt or Sugar
You can rim your margarita glasses with salt or sugar for an added decorative touch. Place some lime juice on a small plate and spread enough salt (or sugar if you prefer) to thinly cover the surface. Dip each glass lightly in the juice and then the salt (or sugar). This will give your margaritas extra sparkle—it’s a great way to add a pop of colour to any festive gathering.
In a Cocktail Shaker, Combine the Ingredients
To make a margarita, fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Then add 1½ ounces of quality tequila, ¾ ounces of Cointreau orange liqueur, and ¾ ounces of fresh lime juice to the shaker. Securely close the lid and shake well until all ingredients are combined. Finally, strain the mixture into a glass over ice and garnish with a lime wheel if desired.
Shake Vigorously for 20 Seconds or More
A key step in making the perfect margarita is vigorously shaking all ingredients for 20 seconds or more. This ensures all of your margarita’s flavours combine and become deliciously blended. Additionally, shaking it longer will give your drink a nice frothy texture. Take advantage of this crucial step to achieve the perfect combination of flavour and texture.
Strain the mixture into Margarita Glasses
Once you have combined all the ingredients and shaken them vigorously, it’s time to strain the mixture into margarita glasses. Use a fine-mesh strainer to avoid getting pieces in your guests’ drinks. Doing this also helps to chill your drink. To make it truly special, run a lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip them in some coarse salt.