Larry's Margaritas

Elevate your happy hour with Larry's Margaritas, a perfectly balanced cocktail that's zesty, smooth, and irresistibly refreshing. This classic margarita recipe combines the crisp brightness of fresh lime juice, the sweet citrus notes of orange liqueur, and the bold kick of silver or reposado tequila, all lightly sweetened with a touch of simple syrup or agave nectar. Served over ice in a salt-rimmed glass (optional for that traditional flourish) and garnished with a fresh lime wedge, this drink is a celebration in every sip. Ready in just 10 minutes, Larry's Margaritas is your go-to recipe for effortless entertaining or winding down after a long day. Whether you're hosting a summer soirée or simply craving a taste of the tropics, this crowd-pleasing cocktail is the perfect blend of sophistication and simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Tequila (silver or reposado)
• 1 ounce Fresh lime juice
• 1 ounce Orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau or Triple Sec)
• 0.5 ounce Simple syrup or agave nectar
• 1 cup Ice cubes
• 1 piece Lime wedge
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt or sea salt (optional)

Directions

Step 1

If desired, prepare the glass by rimming it with salt. Pour the salt onto a small plate. Rub the lime wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip the rim into the salt to coat evenly. Set aside.

Step 2

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to about halfway.

Step 3

Add the tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup (or agave nectar) to the shaker.

Step 4

Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled.

Step 5

Fill the prepared serving glass with fresh ice cubes, if desired.

Step 6

Strain the margarita into the glass using a cocktail strainer.

Step 7

Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(391.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	270.5

Total Fat 0.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6623.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 0.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 7.8mg	0%
Iron 0.2mg	0%
Potassium 34.7mg	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: 0.0%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 99.6%