The Original Margarita
An Authentic Mexican Cocktail
Serve up a pitcher of tangy, refreshing margaritas at your next “grownups only” party! This classic cocktail (which originates in Mexico) is a balance of white tequila, lemon juice and orange liqueur with a little salt to rim the glass.
Here, GOYA® Lemon Juice adds fresh citrus taste that promises to perk up the cocktail – and your guests – in no time!
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Total Time
5m
Prep Time:5m
Yields:3 Cups
Ingredients
1½ cups
tequila blanco (white tequila, 100% agave)
1 cup
½ cup
orange liqueur, like Triple Sec or Cointreau
2 tbsp.
sugar (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In large pitcher, combine tequila, lemon juice, sugar and orange liquor; stir to combine. (Note: Margarita mixture can be made up to 12 hours in advance. Keep in refrigerator, covered.)
Step 2
If using salt, pour onto small plate. Moisten rims of lowball or margarita glasses with a damp paper towel; dip glasses in salt, tapping off excess.
Step 3
Fill glasses with ice. Pour margarita mixture into each glass (about 3 oz. per glass). Serve immediately.
Individual Margaritas Made Easy
Not expecting a crowd? For each margarita, use this ratio: 1½ oz. tequila, 1 oz. GOYA® Lemon Juice, ½ oz. orange liqueur and ½ tsp. sugar.
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The Original Margarita
Prep Time 5m
Total time 5m
Yields: 3 Cups
An Authentic Mexican Cocktail
Serve up a pitcher of tangy, refreshing margaritas at your next “grownups only” party! This classic cocktail (which originates in Mexico) is a balance of white tequila, lemon juice and orange liqueur with a little salt to rim the glass.
Here, GOYA® Lemon Juice adds fresh citrus taste that promises to perk up the cocktail – and your guests – in no time!
More recipe inspirations:
Ingredients
1½ cups
tequila blanco (white tequila, 100% agave)
1 cup
½ cup
orange liqueur, like Triple Sec or Cointreau
2 tbsp.
sugar (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In large pitcher, combine tequila, lemon juice, sugar and orange liquor; stir to combine. (Note: Margarita mixture can be made up to 12 hours in advance. Keep in refrigerator, covered.)
Step 2
If using salt, pour onto small plate. Moisten rims of lowball or margarita glasses with a damp paper towel; dip glasses in salt, tapping off excess.
Step 3
Fill glasses with ice. Pour margarita mixture into each glass (about 3 oz. per glass). Serve immediately.