Margarita (Single)

Choose a Reposado style tequila for this cocktail, such as Espolòn Tequila Reposado, a well-priced, quality tequila, perfect for mixed cocktails.

Yield: 1 4-oz. cocktail

Ingredients

For the Cocktail:

• 2 oz. tequila

• 1/2 oz. triple sec

• 1/2 oz. agave syrup

• 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice

• Lime wedge (for garnish)

• Ice

• Flaky/Coarse kosher salt (such as David's Kosher Salt)

For the Agave Syrup:

• 1/2 cup hot water

• 1/2 cup agave nectar

Instructions

For the Agave Syrup:

Combine the hot water and agave in a jar. Seal and shake until the agave is dissolved.  Store in fridge for up to one month.

For the Cocktail:

Prepare your glass by rubbing the top rim with a lime wedge. Spread some salt on a small plate and lightly press the rim of the glass into the salt. Set aside.

In the cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, triple sec, agave syrup, and fresh lime juice.  Fill with ice.  Shake vigorously for 10 seconds.  Strain cocktail into prepared glass. Top with ice.