Salt-Rimmed Margarita with Simple Syrup and Triple Sec

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

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A balanced margarita featuring tequila, triple sec, freshly squeezed lime juice, and homemade simple syrup, served on the rocks with a salted rim. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together white tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice 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 165 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 165 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 1/2 oz white tequila
1 oz triple sec
1 oz fresh lime juice
1/2 oz simple syrup
1 cup ice cubes
for rim kosher salt
1 for garnish lime slice

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the glass by rubbing a lime slice around its rim and dipping it into kosher salt to coat evenly.
Step 2: In a shaker filled with 1 cup ice cubes, add 1 1/2 oz white tequila, 1 oz triple sec, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
Step 4: Strain into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Step 5: Garnish with the lime slice and enjoy a perfectly balanced margarita with a touch of sweetness.