The Perfect Margarita

Friday, May 6, 2011

As a Texan born on Cinco de Mayo, there are few things John takes more seriously than a perfect margarita (these include Walker, Texas Ranger, an impeccably cut suit and my shouting). I can't believe that after nearly a year of cocktail posts, I haven't shared our secret for this heavenly tequila cocktail, but don't worry-I'm about to right this most egregious of wrongs!


the Margarita

2 oz of tequila
1 oz of freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 oz of dark agave nectar


Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice; shake for 5-10 seconds. Strain and serve in a cocktail glass, or pour into a highball glass.


Notes: We usually pick a reposado tequila, for margaritas and everything else; Corralejo is our favorite.

Dark and light agave are both delicious, but dark is sweeter and a bit more complex. If you can't find dark agave or already have the light stuff on hand, you may need up to 3/4 of an ounce for the perfect combination of sour and sweet!

I know lots of people love salt with their margaritas, but the truth is that the drink doesn't really need it. If you're craving that kick, salt just a small portion of the rim or use a salt-sugar mix.


Salud!

Photo by Carla Ten Eyck Photography.
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38 comments:

  1. Krysten @ Why Girls Are WeirdMay 6, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    I'm going to need about a half dozen of those come the end of the weekend.

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  2. VictoriaMay 6, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Ohhh. that does look perfect! Happy Friday:)

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  3. jillian :: cornflake dreams.May 6, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    YUM!! that looks pretty fantastic! im going to have some mexican food tomorrow :) cant wait. xoxo jillian:: cornflake dreams

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  4. BrancoprataMay 6, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Sounds delicious!!! I may need to try it later on ;)))

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  5. Ren- Lady Of The ArtsMay 6, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    sign me up-

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  6. postcards and prettiesMay 6, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    that looks so refreshing..I think I need to extend 5 de Mayo till the weekend!

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  7. GloriaMay 6, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    yum! this calls for a post-cinco de mayo margarita tonight :-)

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  8. Oh to Be a MuseMay 6, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    i'm not really even a margarita person but that does look pretty yum.

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  9. Ana DegenaarMay 6, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    It sounds AND looks perfect! Cheers to the weekend!

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  10. Mighty BurnsMay 6, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    I can practically feel a cool breeze and hear waves crashing just looking at this picture! YUM

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  11. AmberMay 6, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    i wish i had the power to wiggle my nose and make this drink appear before me right now

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  12. EmmaMay 6, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    Wow! This is great inspiration, I'll definitely be showing your blog to my sister who is getting married in November and is in need of ideas!

    Emma x

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  13. Greer LovesMay 6, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    That looks so delish! Perfect for the weather we're having in Dallas!

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  14. jenna ♥ a little blueMay 6, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    yum yum yum!! margs are always a lovely go to drink! and i agree if it's good.. you don't need salt.

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  15. rebeccaMay 6, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    hope your man had a good bday. i'm making enchiladas tonight (a day late perhaps). too bad i don't have any ingredients to whip these up too.

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  16. {The Perfect Palette}May 6, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    looks delightful. what's not to love about a good marg? xoxo, chrissy.

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  17. SigneMay 6, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    That does indeed look quite perfect :)
    And a happy weekend to you Lena!

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  18. AnonymousMay 6, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    This sounds beautiful! I'm arranging a hen do for my sister-in-law-to-be at the moment, and we're having a big Mexican feast for dinner. Tequila cocktails... perfect!! =) x

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  19. LucindaMay 6, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    Delish!!!!!! Have a fab weekend lovely lena!

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  20. Punctuation MarkMay 6, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    i can't believe i've been away for so long... it's just been quite hectic around here... hope you have a fantastic weekend... and enjoy a few of these too!

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  21. AnonymousMay 6, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    I need to make one of these ASAP!

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  22. VictoriaMay 7, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    I'll take as many as you can pour them ;)

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  23. JohannaMay 7, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    That looks refreshing....I'll take one!

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  24. RebeccaMay 7, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    me and tequila is never a good mixture... happens occasionally though :p

    http://itscohen.blogspot.com

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  25. AshleighMay 7, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    And there it is....thank you!!
    P.S. good thing someone's husband takes thier shouting seriously, all I get is a funny look! :P

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  26. Anna WalkerMay 7, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    How are you so great with cocktails!!! This sounds super easy and delicious! None of the crazy drink mix or wayyy too much sugar!

    http://annawalker1992.blogspot.com/

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  27. NikkiMay 8, 2011 at 1:03 AM

    That sounds so much better than those grocery store mixes.

    When I come back to SF I want to go to the liqour store with you two ;)

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  28. MelinaMay 8, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    I love margaritas! I never tried making one from scratch though I never like the mixes. So I better try this!

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  29. IsabelMay 8, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    this sounds delicious! i used to hate tequila but i had a few sips of someones drink over the weekend and i managed to not throwup and decided i kinda liked it. lol

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  30. Soulful MamaMay 8, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    Oh Yum! This looks delicious! I will definitely have to give it a try.

    ~ Clare x

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  31. audrey marieMay 9, 2011 at 1:26 AM

    yum! this sounds great for summer BBQs

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  32. Laura BearMay 9, 2011 at 2:16 AM

    OOOo yes please!!!

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  33. JillianMay 9, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    I agree with you about the salt. I tried a pretty awesome margarita this weekend sans the salt and it was delicious!

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  34. Vintage is for LoversMay 9, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    And here it is!!! The recipe I have been waiting for!!!! I can't wait to shake it up! Cheers to one day enjoying one of these deliciousness together! xo Samantha

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  35. Rhiannon BosseMay 9, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    Oh yum! You know I've never really liked margs but this sounds so tasty since it's coming from you, Lena :) xo

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  36. FranMay 9, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    ooh, usually I use triple sec in my 'ritas, but agave nectar sounds wonderful.

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  37. Life,StyledMay 10, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Well I hope he had a lovely birthday! And this looks just heavenly. I seriously think that we need to a a cinco de mayo celebration every month!!

    xoxo
    kristi

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  38. bensonMay 11, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    and if you would have only been on Real Housewives and shared that recipe and thought of "skinny girl" as branding...you'd be a bazillionaire right now :) thanks for sharing--I tried to wing it the other night and couldn't "get" the right taste.

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