The Perfect Margarita

Margarita Ingredients

This margarita recipe is incredibly simple to make with just a few ingredients:

• Tequila: Use a good quality 100% agave white tequila.
• Triple Sec: Use a high-quality triple sec for the best results.
• Lime: You’ll need freshly squeezed lime juice, plus lime slices for garnishing.
• Salt: Use coarse salt for the rim of the glass.

How to Make a Margarita

When you make a margarita you’ll want to follow Chef John’s 4:3:2 ratio — which is different from the classic 3:2:1 ratio for a margarita. You’ll find the full recipe below, but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make the perfect margarita recipe: Combine tequila, triple sec, and lime juice in a shaker with ice. Shake until the outside of the shaker is frosted, then strain into a prepared glass.