Ingredients
- Lime wedges optional, for rimming the glass and garnish
- Salt optional, for rimming the glass
- 2 ounces tequila preferably silver or blanco
- 1 ounce triple sec
- 1 ounce lime juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
- To create a salt rim, run a lime wedge around the rim of a chilled margarita or rocks glass. Dip the rim into a shallow dish filled with salt. Set aside.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the tequila, triple sec, and lime juice.
- Secure the lid and shake vigorously until the shaker feels very cold—about 15 to 20 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a lime wedge, if desired, and serve immediately.