I learned how to make a margarita from How Sweet Eats, whose author, Jessica Merchant, has posted over 10 margarita recipes on her blog over the years. She’s really a pro. For years I made her classic margarita recipe as written. But when a dear friend’s mother, Anne, emailed me telling me she made the recipe to rave reviews with double the amount of tequila, I decided to give it a go. After several experiments, I discovered Anne was onto something. The results of my tinkering are reflected below, but in essence the recipe is equal parts fresh lime juice and tequila and a smaller amount of equal parts Grand Marnier and simple syrup. The key? Fresh squeezed lime juice. Yes, juicing limes takes time, but it is so worth the effort. Nothing compares to freshly squeezed lime juice. Put on your favorite podcast, and get juicing.
How to Make a Margarita
PS: ALL the Cinco de Mayo recipes right → HERE. PPS: Vegetarian Bean and Cheese Enchiladas 4.9 from 14 reviews To make simple syrup: combine equal parts sugar and water in a small saucepan, and heat until sugar dissolves. Let cool. For this recipe, I’ve been doing about 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water. There will be a little bit leftover, which you can save for future margaritas or add to your mixture to taste.
