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simple margarita recipe - A fresh simple margarita in a salt-rimmed glass with a lime garnish on a wooden table.

Classic 3-Ingredient Simple Margarita

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The quintessential simple margarita recipe using only fresh lime, agave, and quality tequila. Perfectly balanced and incredibly easy to make at home.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x

Ingredients

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2 oz Blanco Tequila (100% Agave)
1 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 oz Agave nectar (or simple syrup)
Coarse sea salt for the rim
Ice cubes
Lime wheel for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare your glass by rubbing a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into a small plate of coarse sea salt.
Step 2: Fill a cocktail shaker with plenty of fresh ice cubes to ensure maximum chill.
Step 3: Pour the tequila, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar into the shaker, following the ratios of this simple margarita recipe.
Step 4: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels very cold and frosted.
Step 5: Strain the mixture into your prepared glass filled with fresh ice, or serve up in a chilled coupe.
Step 6: Garnish with a fresh lime wheel and enjoy your simple margarita recipe immediately.

Notes

Always use fresh limes for this simple margarita recipe. If your limes are particularly tart, you might need to add an extra teaspoon of agave nectar.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Drinks, Snacks & Holiday Treats
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 drink
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 15mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0.1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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