Simple 321 Margarita (with a spicy option!)
A margarita recipe that's as easy to make (and remember) as counting to 3. This drink packs a punch and plenty of tart lime flavor. Add jalapeño to make it a spicy margarita!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 margarita 1x
- Category: beverages
- Method: stir/shake
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
- 3 ounces 100% agave tequila, such as blanco or reposado
- 2 ounces freshly-squeezed lime juice
- 1 - 1 1/8 ounces simple syrup, to taste*
- ice
- jalapeno slices (optional, for spicy variation**)
- kosher salt (optional, for glass rims )
- lime wedge (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Mix: Combine tequila, lime juice, and simple syrup in a glass or cocktail shaker filled with ice. Stir or shake for about 30 seconds, or until well mixed and chilled.
- Prep glass: Use a juiced lime wedge to coat the rim of a clean serving glass with lime juice. Holding glass horizontally, sprinkle with salt while rotating to coat the outer rim. Add ice to glass.
- Pour: Pour (or preferably strain) margarita into glass and garnish with a wedge of lime if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
*To make simple syrup: Stir together 1 cup of water with 1 cup of granulated sugar in a microwave-safe measuring glass and microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved. You can also do this in a saucepan on the stove, using medium-low heat.
**To make a spicy margarita: Muddle jalapeño slices with lime juice before adding tequila and simple syrup. Use about 1/8th of a jalapeño for a mild margarita, or 1/4 for a spicier margarita. Add a Tajín or chili salt rim for an extra kick of heat!
For pitcher margaritas: Scale this recipe to accommodate the size of your pitcher. A basic 60-ounce pitcher will use 30 ounces of tequila, 20 ounces of lime juice, and 10 ounces of simple syrup.
Find it online: https://www.brighteyedbaker.com/the-3-2-1-margarita/
