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Cointreau
The Original Margarita
Try this original recipe that has stood the test of time for over 70 years.
The Original Margarita was created in 1948 when Dallas socialite Margarita Sames mixed her two favorite spirits, Cointreau and tequila, together with lime juice while vacationing in Acapulco. This original recipe has stood the test of over 70 years' time. As Margarita Sames said, "A Margarita without Cointreau is not worth its salt."
The Cointreau Original Margarita
1 Serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 oz. Cointreau
- 2 oz. Blanco Tequila
- 1 oz. Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 Lime (Garnish)
Tools of the Trade
- Jigger
- Citrus Squeezer
- Shaker
- Strainer
- Salt Plate
- Paring Knife
- Rocks Glass
Instructions
- Combine Cointreau, tequila, and lime juice in a shaker and add ice.
- Shake and strain into a salt-rimmed rocks glass.
- Garnish with lime wheel. Enjoy!
