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texas margarita

Citrusy and refreshing, this is a simple spin on the classic margarita!
5 from 51 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail

ingredients

  • 2 oz tequila preferably reposado
  • 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 oz freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 1/2 oz orange liqueur preferably Cointreau or Grand Marnier
  • Salt or sugar for the rim
  • Garnish: lime or orange wheel fresh or dehydrated

instructions

  • Use a lime wedge to wet the rim of a cocktail glass. Roll the cocktail glass rim in salt or sugar to coat.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add tequila, lime juice, orange juice, and orange liqueur. Cover and shake vigorously, about 15 to 30 seconds.
  • Strain into prepared cocktail glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wheel or orange slice, if desired.

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nutrition

Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 71IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.1mg
Calories: 282kcal
Cuisine: Tex Mex
Category: Booze