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Lime Flavored Margarita Cocktail

When it comes to cocktails, Margarita is the quintessence of elegance. It is one of the most sought-after dinner cocktails due to its intoxicating taste of tequila, triple sec, and lime juice.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Total Time6 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: cointreau, margarita Cocktail, summer cocktail, tequila, triple sec
Servings: 1 people
Calories: 94kcal
Author: Tatiana

Equipment

  • shaker

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces tequila
  • 1 ounce triple sec Cointreau
  • 1 ounce lime juice fresh
  • 1 tbsp salt optional
  • 1 cup ice optional

Instructions

  • Run a slice of lime around the rim of the glass and dip the rim in salt to form a crust on the edges of the glass
  • Fill the shaker with ice and pour the tequila, the triple sec, and the lime juice then shake well for about 30 seconds
  • Add one or 2 ice cubes in the glass previously encrusted in salt and pour the fresh cocktail over
  • Decorate the glass with a slice of lime or with a slice of lime zest. Serve immediately

Nutrition

Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 6991mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin C: 9mg