Texas Margarita (Orange Margarita)

Texas Margarita in a cup with a lime wedges and ingredients all around

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Texas Margarita (Orange Margarita)

TexasMargaritas are a refreshing and easy-to-make cocktail that's perfect for summerbarbecues, brunches, and taco nights.

Prep Time 30

Total Time 30

Servings Margaritas

Ingredients

4 ounces Fresh orange juice ½ cup or 1 orange
3 ounces Fresh lime juice ⅓ cup or 3 limes
4 ounces Silver tequila ½ cup
2 ounces Orange lacquer/ triple sec (such as Grand Marnier, Triple Sec, or Cointreau) ¼ cup
1 tablespoons Light agave nectar optional
Orange slice or lime wedge optional
Salt or sugar rim optional

Instructions

If using, rub the rim 2 glasses with a lime wedge or orange wedge. Dip the rim in salt or sugar.
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the orange juice, lime juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and agave (if using).
Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds or until well chilled and frothy.
Strain the margarita into the prepared glasses.
Garnish with an orange slice or lime wedge.

Notes

Add a Little Heat- To add a little heat to your drink, add a slice of jalapeño to your cocktail shaker when mixing the margarita.

Make a Pitcher - To make a big batch of these, multiply the recipe by four (or more, depending on your needs) and mix it in a large pitcher. This should give you eight margaritas.

Less Sweet- Reduce the amount of agave nectar or skip it altogether. IF you made the drink and it's too sweet, balance the flavors by adding extra lime juice for a tart kick.

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