Easy Holiday Mistletoe Margarita Recipe | Inspire • Travel • Eat (2024)

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What is the secret ingredient in margaritas? ›

The secret to the perfect margarita, we discovered, is to skip Cointreau/orange liqueur altogether and replace it with freshly squeezed orange juice. The difference is remarkable.

Use large co*cktail ice in your pitcher

Fill your pitcher with large circular or cubed co*cktail ice that will melt slowly and prevent your margaritas from getting watered down throughout the evening.

Fill the jug of a co*cktail shaker with ice, then pour in the tequila and triple sec. Squeeze in the lime juice, pop on the top part of your shaker, then shake hard for about 30 seconds to mix it all together and chill the liquid really well.

Serve on the rocks.

Place a few ice cubes (or I often use one large ice cube so that it will melt more slowly) in each serving glass, then pour the margarita mix over the ice and garnish each glass with a slice of lime.

The dirty margarita takes its inspiration from the dirty martini, a classic libation made with strong liquor and a splash of a little something not-so-clear. We swap olive juice for jalapeno brine, making this a drink that packs the heat–and a punch.

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"How about you get up on stage and make a margarita? You're really good at that," she says, requesting that Aniston "tell us how" she makes what we're guessing is her signature drink. "Oh, lord, it's barely a recipe. It's basically silver tequila with lime juice shaken and over rocks," Aniston shares.

Traditionally, orange has always been a classic pairing for any agave-based spirit, providing a sweeter complement without overpowering the notes of the agave. In Margaritas, the inclusion of triple sec provides a luscious, warm citric note that counterbalances the lime juice's high acidity.

This co*cktail starts with a pour of Casamigos Blanco Tequila, a premium spirit co-created by George Clooney and known for its crisp, clean agave notes. We then add Fresh Lime Juice, which imparts a zesty tang that perfectly complements the tequila.

The formula for the perfect margarita:

The key to making the best margarita is all in the ratio and balance of the ingredients. This recipe is doubled to make two margs, but for one perfectly balanced margarita, we use 2 oz. of tequila, 1 oz. of triple sec, and 3/4 oz. lime juice.

What does ordering a margarita say about you? ›

You enjoy your individuality and a good party. You love to dance and are very social and like making new friends. You're the wild and carefree adventure lovers. Let's face it, nothing says “let's party” like a margarita.

If you don't have triple sec handy, you can substitute with another good-quality orange liqueur like Grand Marnier or Cointreau. For a non-alcoholic substitute you can add fresh orange juice, or agave nectar/simple syrup, to add a touch of sweetness.

In a co*cktail shaker, combine tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice. Fill with ice and shake until thoroughly chilled, about 15 seconds (the bottom of a metal shaker should frost over). Fill glasses with fresh ice and strain margarita into both glasses. Garnish with lime wheels and serve.

The "Original Margarita" recipe, as given by Cointreau on their website, has slightly more of their own sweet liqueur: 1 part white tequila, 1⁄2 part Cointreau, and 1⁄2 part fresh squeezed lime juice.

If you prefer a bit more flavor to your margarita or love a Paloma co*cktail, fruit juice is an easy way to give a bit more oomph and sweetness to a basic margarita, which just contains lime. Grapefruit juice perfectly complements the lime juice and tequila, while adding a good balance of sour, sweet, and tangy.

Traditionally, orange has always been a classic pairing for any agave-based spirit, providing a sweeter complement without overpowering the notes of the agave. In Margaritas, the inclusion of triple sec provides a luscious, warm citric note that counterbalances the lime juice's high acidity.