Classic Margarita Cocktail with Fresh Lime and Orange Liqueur

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

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A refreshing balance of tequila, fresh lime juice, and orange liqueur shaken to icy perfection and served with a salted rim. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together silver tequila, fresh lime juice, simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Mexican cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz silver tequila
1 oz fresh lime juice
1 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
1/2 oz simple syrup
for rimming glass kosher salt
1, for garnish lime wedge
1 cup ice cubes

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Instructions

Step 1: Run a lime wedge around the rim of a chilled margarita or rocks glass, then dip the rim into kosher salt spread on a small plate to coat evenly. Set aside.
Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 ounces silver tequila, 1 ounce fresh lime juice, 1 ounce orange liqueur, and 1/2 ounce simple syrup with 1 cup ice cubes.
Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker becomes frosty and cold.
Step 4: Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice if desired.
Step 5: Garnish with a fresh lime wedge on the rim and serve immediately.