Description

This margarita recipe delivers a refreshing burst of flavor thanks to añejo tequila and freshly squeezed lime and lemon juice. Simple to prepare, it’s ideal for parties or enjoying a casual evening at home. Homemade sweet and sour mix enhances its taste, making it a must-try for cocktail enthusiasts.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 ounces añejo tequila
1 1/2 ounces homemade sweet and sour mix
3/4 ounce orange liqueur (cointreau or triple sec)
2 cups water (for sweet and sour mix)
1 cup granulated sugar (for sweet and sour mix)
1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 5 – 7 small limes)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 medium lemons)

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Instructions

Simmer water and sugar in a saucepan until dissolved, then allow to cool to create sugar syrup.
Stir in fresh lime and lemon juice to the cooled syrup, making the sweet and sour mix.
Prepare the glass rim with lime juice and kosher salt, then fill the glass with ice.
Shake tequila, sweet and sour mix, and orange liqueur in a shaker with ice until well chilled.
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over ice, and garnish with a lime wedge.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness of the margarita by varying the amount of sugar in the syrup.
For an extra kick, consider adding a splash of soda water before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 margarita
Calories: 250
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 10mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg