How do you make margarita?

Yields: 1 drink

Prep time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

* 2 oz tequila (blanco or reposado)

* 1 oz Cointreau or other orange liqueur

* 1 oz fresh lime juice

* Kosher salt, for rimming the glass (optional)

* Lime wedge, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Rim the glass: If desired, rub a lime wedge around the rim of a margarita glass and dip the rim in kosher salt.

2. Combine ingredients: In a shaker filled with ice, combine tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice.

3. Shake vigorously: Shake until well-chilled, about 15 seconds.

4. Strain and serve: Strain into the prepared glass.

5. Garnish: Garnish with a lime wedge, if desired.

Tips:

* Tequila: Use a good quality tequila, as it will make a big difference in the taste.

* Lime juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice is best.

* Salt: Salt is optional, but it helps balance the sweetness of the margarita.

* Variations:

* Frozen margarita: Blend the margarita mixture with ice until smooth.

* Spicy margarita: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of jalapeno infused tequila.

* Strawberry margarita: Add 1/2 oz of strawberry puree to the mixture.

* Mango margarita: Add 1/2 oz of mango puree to the mixture.

Enjoy your margarita! 🍹