First before we make a margarita... we should star with understanding and knowing the classifications of tequila... and what you should NEVER buy, or order! ...Mixto! Ugh!
Ok now the hardware and how to build the perfect cocktail!
Ingredients
- 2 ounces 100% agave silver/blanco tequila, divided
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 4 limes, divided
- 1/2 small orange
- 2 tablespoons light agave nectar
- 3/4 cup ice cubes, about 3 to 4
Instructions
- Pour 1/2 ounce of the tequila into a small saucer. Spread the kosher salt in a separate small saucer. Dip the rim of a martini or other wide rimmed glass into the tequila. Lift out of the tequila and hold upside down for 10 seconds to allow for slight evaporation. Next, dip the glass into the salt to coat the rim. Set aside.
- Halve 2 of the limes, cut a thin slice for garnish from one, and set aside. Juice the halved limes into the bottom of a Boston style cocktail shaker. Cut the remaining 2 limes and the orange into quarters and add to the juice. Add the agave nectar to the cocktail shaker and muddle for 2 minutes until juices release. Strain the juice mixture through a cocktail strainer into the top of the shaker and discard the spent fruit bodies.
- Return the juice to the bottom of the shaker, add the remaining 1 1/2 ounces of tequila and any remaining on the saucer. Add the ice to the shaker, cover and shake for 30 seconds. Strain the mixture through a cocktail strainer into the prepared glass, garnish with reserved lime slice, and serve immediately.