Tangy Margarita with Fresh Lime and Triple Sec

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

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A zesty and balanced tequila cocktail featuring fresh lime juice and orange liqueur, served with a salted rim for a perfect tangy finish. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together tequila blanco, fresh lime juice, triple sec 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 190 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: 4 min Serves 1 Mexican cuisine 190 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz tequila blanco
1 oz fresh lime juice
1 oz triple sec
for rimming glass coarse salt
1 cup ice cubes
1 wheel for garnish lime wheel

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Instructions

Step 1: Rub the rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge and dip it into coarse salt to coat evenly. Set aside.
Step 2: In a shaker, combine 2 ounces tequila blanco, 1 ounce fresh lime juice, and 1 ounce triple sec. Add 1 cup ice cubes and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
Step 3: Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with 1 lime wheel on the rim.