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Classic Margarita Recipe (Frozen or On the Rocks)

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Blender

Ingredients  

Classic Margarita on the Rocks

  • 3 ounces tequila
  • 2 ounces orange liqueur
  • 1.5 ounces lime juice
  • 0.5 ounces simple syrup

Frozen Classic Margarita

  • 1 cup ice
  • 3 ounces tequila
  • 2 ounces orange liqueur
  • 1.5 ounces lime juice
  • 0.5 ounces simple syrup

Instructions 

Classic Margarita on the Rocks

  • Rub the rim of each glass with a slice of lime, then dip it into salt or sugar. Carefully fill each glass halfway with ice.
  • Add the tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  • Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, then strain into the prepared glasses. Garnish with a lime slice and serve.

Frozen Classic Margarita

  • Rub the rim of each glass with a slice of lime, then dip it into salt or sugar.
  • Add the tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice to a blender. Blend until slushy.
  • Pour into the prepared glasses, garnish with a lime slice, and serve.

Notes

1. Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. The nutritional value applies only to the margarita without any garnishes and will vary based on the brand of ingredients used.
2. Be sure to check out the Key Ingredients along with the Recipe Tips and Notes sections found in the post for more tips, options, substitutions, and variations for this recipe! You will also find step-by-step photos there.