The Margarita Guide

Ingredients

• 2 fluid ounces tequila
• 1 fluid ounce orange liqueur
• 1 fluid ounce lime juice
• Salt, for garnish (optional)
• Ice

Measurement Conversions: 1 fl oz = 1 shot = 30ml

How To Make

• Create salt-rimmed glass by sprinkling a few teaspoons of salt over the surface of a small plate or saucer. Then, rub one wedge of lime along the rim of a glass and then dip it into the salt so that the entire rim is covered.
• In a mixing glass or shaker, add ice, tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice. Stir until well chilled.
• Pour the mixture into the salt-rimmed glass.

Notes

• Tequila - the type of tequila best suited for margaritas is Silver tequila. To make it confusing, it is also called Blanco, Platinum or White. This type will give your tequila a clean agave flavor.
• Orange liqueur - the classic margarita calls for Cointreau so use that if you can. Triple sec is often used as a substitute but tends to be comparatively sweet. Grand Marnier is generally not recommended due to the addition of cognac giving it a spicier more complex flavor.
• Salt - to spice up the drink, a variation you can try is a chilli salt variation. Simply add some chilli powder or chilli flakes to the salt. Of course, tastes will vary on this, but don’t use too much as it will overpower the drink.