The three basic ingredients of a Margarita drink are tequila, triple sec (Cointreau), and lime. The following version is enriched with brandy and Sweet & Sour Mix, which is a sugar syrup (boiled and cooled water with sugar) with lime juice.
Ingredients
- 2 shots (40 ml) Tequila
- 1 shot (20 ml) brandy
- 1 shot (20 ml) Cointreau liqueur
- 2 shots (40 ml) Sweet & Sour Mix
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) lime juice
- 2 lime slices for garnish
- Coarse sea salt for rimming the glass
Preparation
- Rub the edges of the glasses with a lime wedge and dip the outer rim into coarse sea salt (or place the glasses upside down in salt spread on a plate).
- Fill a shaker with ice cubes. Add Tequila, brandy, Cointreau, Sweet & Sour Mix, and lime juice.
- Shake vigorously to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- Strain into the prepared glasses filled with ice.
- Garnish each drink with a slice of lime.
Now, enjoy your delicious and refreshing Margarita drink!
