Margarita is Spanish for daisy, not only a flower but also a type of cocktail.
Moisten rims of glasses with lime. Rotate rim against coarse salt, to salt the outside but not the inside of the rim. This step is unnecessary if the tequila is smooth.
Fill cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Measure in lime juice, tequila, and liqueur. Shake vigorously. Strain into 8 to 10-ounce glasses, top up with ice cubes. Garnish each glass with a half lime slice or small lime wedge.
Serves 2
Guacamole is a classic accompaniment.
With smooth tequilas such as José Cuervo Especial gold or 1800 Reposado, we prefer the following proportions:
Fill cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Measure in lime juice, tequila, and liqueur. Shake vigorously. Strain into 8 to 10-ounce glasses, top up with ice cubes. Garnish each glass with a half lime slice or small lime wedge.
Serves 2
