Zesty Citrus Margarita

This zesty citrus margarita is a classic tequila cocktail with a refreshing twist. It's the perfect drink for a summer day, combining the tangy flavors of lime juice and Cointreau with the smoothness of tequila. The salt-rimmed glass adds a touch of savory contrast to the bright, citrusy notes of the cocktail.

Zesty Citrus Margarita

A classic tequila cocktail with a refreshing twist, perfect for a summer day.

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Ingredients

  • Salt for rimming the glass
  • 0.80 oz lime juice (reserve 1 squeezed lime wedge)
  • 1.70 oz tequila
  • 0.80 oz Cointreau (or any other triple sec)

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle a little salt on a saucer and rub the reserved lime wedge around the rim of a margarita or coupe glass.
  2. Dip the rim of the glass in the salt to cover it.
  3. In a cocktail shaker with ice, combine the lime juice, tequila, and Cointreau.
  4. Shake well.
  5. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass and serve.