Post #722050 by Chip and Andy on Wed, Jul 9, 2014 10:30 AM

On 2014-07-09 06:59, Oxybeles wrote:

On 2014-07-08 19:04, lunavideogames wrote:
A true Margarita is made with this recipe:

1 1/2 oz tequila
1/2 oz triple sec
1 oz lime

I prefer to add Monin Organic Agave Syrup instead of the triple sec, although most any agave nectar will work just fine. The tricky part is calculating the tartness of the lime, due to the inherent uniqueness of each individual lime.

Based upon my experimentation, 3/4 oz satisfies a woman!

Also, suggest upping the tequila to 2oz.

The Agave Syrup is good, but don't skip the Triple Sec, it is a surprisingly important part of the drink!

It may not seem like that much in the drink, but it is there for a reason.... it brings out some of the subtle flavors of your tequilia and plays well with the citrus.

If you want a truly enjoyable drink and don't mind spending the bucks to stock your bar, go top-shelf.... the Cadillac if you prefer, and use a 100% Silver Agave Tequilia, Fresh Lime, and Cointreau. Shake the hell out of it, strain it into a cocktail glass, salt half the rim of the glass and garnish with a wheel of fresh citrus.

If you are still wanting it on the sweet side, use Grand Marnier instead.