Texas Twist Margarita

This Texas Twist Margarita is a well-kept secret from Austin, Texas. It's a refreshing and straightforward margarita recipe with a perfect balance of flavors. This classic cocktail has been passed down as a special recipe in the family, and it's the go-to drink for entertaining favorite friends without any added sugar.

Texas Twist Margarita

A classic margarita with a Texas twist, perfectly balanced and great for entertaining.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup cointreau
  • 1/4 cup silver tequila
  • 1 lime wedge
  • coarse salt
  • ice

Instructions

  1. In a shaker, combine water, lime juice, cointreau, and tequila.
  2. Shake well to mix.
  3. Rub the rim of a margarita glass with the lime wedge and dip it in coarse salt.
  4. Fill the glass with ice.
  5. Strain the margarita mixture into the glass.
  6. Garnish with the lime wedge.