The margarita, originating between the 30's... 40's is a comparative adolescent amongst the classics. There are many creation myths associated with this cocktail but a likely origin is that the margarita is merely a variation of the brandy daisy modified and remade with tequila during the prohibition. Incidentally, margarita is Spanish for daisy.
RECIPE
- 1.5 oz. Don Julio Blanco
- .5 oz. Orange liqueur
- 1 oz. Fresh lime juice
- Lime wedge
PREPARATION:
- Moisten the rim of Margarita coupe or cocktail glass
- Dip the rim into a plate of salt and shake off excess
- Measure all ingredients in jigger and add into shaker with ice
- Shake vigorously
- Strain into glass
- Garnish with lime wedge and serve.
Alcohol content: 0.8 fl oz. per serve