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Agave Margarita
The Agave Margarita, a cocktail rooted in simplicity and elegance, epitomizes the essence of Mexico's beloved agave plant. This classic concoction, a testament to the harmony of a few quality ingredients, captures the spirit of both tradition and modern mixology. Here, we present a recipe that celebrates the purity of tequila, the zesty tang of lime juice, and the gentle sweetness of agave nectar, resulting in a Margarita that's refreshingly crisp and naturally delightful. Whether you're lounging poolside, hosting a fiesta, or simply unwinding after a long day, the Agave Margarita is a versatile, timeless libation that never fails to satisfy.
Ingredients
- 102.83 mL Tequila 100% agave; expression unspecified
- 51.45 mL Lime Juice
- 25.73 mL Agave Nectar
Instructions
- Prepare Your Glass: If you prefer a salted rim, moisten the rim of a rocks or old-fashioned glass with a lime wedge. Dip the moistened rim into a shallow plate of salt to coat it lightly.
- Fill the Glass with Ice: Add ice cubes to the prepared glass. You can fill it to your preference, but a typical Margarita glass is about 2/3 full of ice.
- Measure and Add Tequila: Using a jigger or measuring glass, measure the listed amount of 100% agave tequila. Pour the tequila over the ice in the glass.
- Squeeze Lime Juice: Roll a lime on the countertop to release its juices. Cut the lime in half, and using a juicer or your hand, squeeze the listed amount of lime juice.
- Add Lime Juice to the Glass: Pour the freshly squeezed lime juice into the glass.
- Sweeten with Agave Nectar: Measure the listed amount of agave nectar, which is used to sweeten the Agave Margarita. Pour the agave nectar into the glass.
- Shake with Ice: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Pour the Margarita mixture from the glass into the shaker. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and frothy.
- Strain and Garnish: Using a strainer, strain the shaken Margarita back into the prepared glass filled with ice. If desired, garnish your Agave Margarita with a lime wheel or wedge on the rim of the glass.
Notes
Base recipe (1x): approximately 180 mL before ice and dilution, in the original 4:2:1 ratio of 100% agave tequila, lime juice and agave nectar. The tequila expression is left open. This is a full batch; divide into smaller pours as desired. The serving controls scale the complete batch.
Millilitre quantities are rounded approximations to the 4:2:1 ratio. US fluid-ounce quantities are also rounded, approximate equivalents, including when scaled. Fluid ounces measure volume, not weight.
Agave nectar product and concentration are unspecified; no syrup dilution or added water is included.
Nutrition information is not available for this recipe. Actual values depend on the tequila and agave nectar used. The recipe yield is not a recommended personal alcohol allowance.
The 1× recipe targets 180 mL before ice and dilution, using the previously listed ingredient proportions. The displayed amounts total 180.01 mL. Milliliter amounts are rounded to at most two decimal places; displayed totals at other serving sizes may differ slightly from 180 mL multiplied by the selected size. US fluid-ounce values are approximate volume equivalents.
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