Chevy's Ultimate Orange Margarita

Shake up happy hour with Chevy's Ultimate Orange Margarita, a vibrant twist on the classic cocktail that bursts with zesty citrus flavor. Crafted with silver tequila, freshly squeezed orange and lime juices, and a splash of triple sec, this margarita strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. Customize the sweetness with an optional dash of simple syrup and add a touch of sophistication by rimming the glass with coarse salt or sugar. Served over ice and garnished with a fresh orange slice and lime wedge, this refreshingly bright cocktail is easy to make in just 10 minutes. Perfect for summer gatherings, Taco Tuesdays, or whenever you're craving the ultimate citrus cocktail experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 oz Tequila (silver or blanco)
• 1.5 oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 oz Triple Sec (or orange liqueur)
• 0.5 oz Simple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
• 1 cup Ice cubes
• 2 tbsp Coarse salt or sugar (for rim)
• 1 slice Orange slice (for garnish)
• 1 wedge Lime wedge (for garnish and rimming)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the glass: Run a lime wedge around the rim of a margarita or rocks glass. Dip the rim into a plate of coarse salt or sugar to coat evenly. Set the glass aside.

Step 2

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.

Step 3

Add tequila, freshly squeezed orange juice, freshly squeezed lime juice, triple sec, and simple syrup (if using) into the shaker.

Step 4

Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to thoroughly combine and chill the ingredients.

Step 5

Fill the prepared glass about halfway with ice cubes.

Step 6

Strain the margarita mixture into the glass over the ice.

Step 7

Garnish with an orange slice and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy Chevy's Ultimate Orange Margarita!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(455.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	299.1

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 9768.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 0.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 15.0mg	0%
Iron 0.3mg	0%
Potassium 147.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.8%

Protein: 1.7%

Carbs: 97.6%