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Don't make the classic margarita cocktail more complicated than it needs to be. All you need is fresh lime juice, tequila, and triple sec, so skip those frozen mixes.

ice
1 1/2 ounce tequila
1 1/2 ounce triple sec
1 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
1 dash salt
lime wedge
Fill a glass half-full with ice. If desired, rim the glass with salt before filling with ice.
Combine the tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and salt in a shaker with ice. Shake well then strain into the prepared glass. Serve immediately with a wedge of lime as garnish.
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The name, vodka, comes from the Russian phrase zhiznennaia voda, or "water of life". It can be made from everything from potatoes to beets. It's considered to be fairly flavorless which makes it a great liquor for mixed drinks.

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reviews & comments
August 10, 2006
This is an easy and very good margarita recipe.