The Margarita, a beloved cocktail worldwide, features a perfect blend of tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice. The drink’s actual inception is debated, with several stories putting its creation in the late 1930s and early 1940s.
One origin story credits Carlos “Danny” Herrera, who purportedly crafted the drink for a customer in Tijuana. One thing is known for sure, the cocktail gained significant popularity in the 1950s and was further popularized by Jimmy Buffett’s 1977 hit “Margaritaville.”
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila
- 1 oz Triple Sec
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice
- Salt for glass rim
- Lime wheel for garnish
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of a glass and dip it in salt.
- In a shaker, combine tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice.
- Add ice and shake well until chilled.
- Strain into the prepared glass over ice.
- Add a lime wheel for garnish.