Description
Classic Margaritas are the quintessential cocktail for any celebration, delivering a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors that keep your guests refreshed and satisfied. This easy homemade margarita recipe features just four key ingredients—tequila, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup—allowing you to create a vibrant drink that surpasses any store-bought mix. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy evenings at home, this classic cocktail is not only quick to prepare but also highly customizable to suit your taste preferences. With a yield of 20 servings, it’s ideal for entertaining large groups. Get ready to elevate your next gathering with this delicious margarita recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 30 oz tequila (reposado or silver)
- 20 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau preferred)
- 15 oz fresh lime juice
- 5 oz simple syrup
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine tequila, orange liqueur, and fresh lime juice. Stir in the simple syrup until well blended.
- Refrigerate the mixture until ready to serve.
- For each serving, fill a cocktail shaker two-thirds full with ice. Pour in enough margarita mix to cover the ice and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
- Pour into prepared glasses (rimmed with salt if desired) filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish each glass with a lime wedge or slice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Drink
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 margarita (approximately 5 oz)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg