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The Perfect Margarita Recipe
Perfect margarita recipe represents the ultimate expression of this beloved cocktail with ideal ratios of white tequila, high-quality triple sec, and fresh lime. This exceptional drink achieves perfect balance through careful attention to ingredient proportions and quality selection. Master this recipe for consistently perfect margaritas every time.
This is the best margarita recipe I know! It has the perfect ratio of white tequila, high-quality triple sec, and freshly squeezed lime juice for the best-tasting sweet and sour margarita every time.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
1
Yield:
1 margarita cocktail
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Chef John’s margarita recipe is created with the perfect ratio of ingredients that will give you the best-tasting margarita every single time. With this margarita recipe in your repertoire, there’s no need to go out to enjoy this classic cocktail!
Margarita Ingredients
This margarita recipe is incredibly simple to make with just a few ingredients:
- Tequila: Use a good quality 100% agave white tequila.
- Triple Sec: Use a high-quality triple sec for the best results.
- Lime: You’ll need freshly squeezed lime juice, plus lime slices for garnishing.
- Salt: Use coarse salt for the rim of the glass.
How to Make a Margarita
When you make a margarita you’ll want to follow Chef John’s 4:3:2 ratio — which is different from the classic 3:2:1 ratio for a margarita. You’ll find the full recipe below, but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make the perfect margarita recipe: Combine tequila, triple sec, and lime juice in a shaker with ice. Shake until the outside of the shaker is frosted, then strain into a prepared glass.
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Ingredients
1 wedge lime
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt, or as needed
1 large ice cube
1 cup ice cubes, or as needed
2 fluid ounces white tequila
1 ½ fluid ounces triple sec
1 fluid ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
1 slice lime
Directions
Gather all ingredients.
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Moisten the rim of a glass with a lime wedge. Sprinkle salt onto a plate. Lightly dip the moistened rim into the salt.
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Place a large ice cube in the glass and freeze the prepared glass until ready to serve.
Fill a cocktail shaker with fresh ice. Add tequila, triple sec, and lime juice. Cover and shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker has frosted.
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Strain margarita into the salt-rimmed chilled glass and garnish with a slice of lime.
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Chef’s Notes
For the best results, be sure to use fresh ice, fresh limes, and a nice bottle of triple sec, like Cointreau.
You’ll also want to use a decent 100% agave white tequila, like the Don Abraham’s Single Estate Blanco Tequila I enjoyed, but having said that, feel free to use one with a shorter name.
Add a dash of agave nectar for a little extra sweetness, if you prefer.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 321 | Calories |
| 0g | Fat |
| 30g | Carbs |
| 1g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 1 | |
| Calories 321 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 0g | 0% |
| Sodium 331mg | 14% |
| Total Carbohydrate 30g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 8% |
| Total Sugars 20g | |
| Protein 1g | 1% |
| Vitamin C 31mg | 35% |
| Calcium 34mg | 3% |
| Iron 4mg | 24% |
| Potassium 125mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
