The Very BEST Margarita Recipe
Looking for the very best Margarita recipe? Look no further, my friend! When we head out to a restaurant, I am typically a ‘white wine please’ gal. That being said, our favorite Mexican restaurants are the ones whose Margarita recipes have passed THE test. In fact, I would go so far as to say that this is a ‘better than restaurant Margarita recipe!’
I can honestly say, without hesitation, that my dad makes THE BEST MARGARITA! Hands down! No question! After you try it, you’ll be convinced – as I am – that this is the perfect margarita recipe!
Not that I want to make you feel insecure about our national security, but I’m convinced he honed his bar-tending skills during his twenty-six years in the US Navy. My dad was a submariner, so after six months underwater, they were always ready for a party when they returned home.

I consider myself a bit of a margarita snob because of my dad and his oh-so-perfect margarita recipe. I can’t just order a margarita in a restaurant without interrogating the server about the specific ingredients in their restaurant margarita recipe.
And with Cinco de Mayo coming soon, you will be the go-to bartender with this perfect Margarita recipe! But do yourself a favor and don’t limit yourself to just having this delicious libation once a year for your Cinco de Mayo margarita. Once you’ve tasted this drink’s clean, brisk, and simple flavor, you’ll be spoiled too.
And not for nothing…
this margarita recipe can be easily doubled…or tripled! O.K., the recipe can be easily multiplied!
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what ingredients are in the very best margarita recipe?
In my humble yet educated (through years of Margarita tastings) opinion, the best Margarita recipe has 4 very simple ingredients…Good Tequila, Fresh Lime Juice, Simple Syrup and just a splash of Triple Sec or Cointreau.

Oh, and of course, you need legit Margarita glasses! I have two boxes of these which are perfect for entertaining larger crowds.
what’s the difference between silver and gold tequila?
Let’s talk Tequila a minute…while there are variations within the two types of Tequila, generally, they fall into the Silver or Gold category. Silver, which is the clear, colorless tequila, is usually cleaner and crisper tequila, while the Golds tend to have more of a caramel, earthy tone given that they are aged in barrels. I’m a Silver gal, but that’s just a personal preference; use the tequila of your choice.

And while it definitely takes a bit more time, freshly squeezed limes are the way to go. Depending on your lime, you can get close to 2 ounces out of a large one. I use an electric citrus juicer. If you don’t have time to juice your own, use RealLime instead of limeade.
N&N Tip: Microwave your limes for 20 seconds and then roll them on the counter to help get the juices flowing!
what to serve alongside the very best margaritas?
If you are looking for Mexican-inspired recipes to accompany your Margarita, you might consider my Layered Taco Dip. A match made in Mexican Food heaven!
so, let’s get on to THE VERY BEST MARGARITA RECIPE:

The Very Best Margarita Recipe
A fresh and crisp Margarita...just sweet enough but not too sweet.
Ingredients
- 3 ounces Tequila, Chilled
- 2 ounces Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice, Chilled, (or bottled lime juice)
- 1 ounce Simple Syrup, Chilled, 1 part sugar and 1 part water
- 1/2 ounce Triple Sec or Cointreau
Instructions
- If you like your rim salted, run a little lime around the edge of your glass and in salt.
- If you like your Margarita on the rocks: put ice in your glass, mix all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and pour over the ice. Top with a slice of lime.
- If you like your Margarita chilled but not over ice in your glass: add all ingredients to cocktail shaker, fill with ice, shake for 10-20 seconds and then strain into your glass. Top with a slice of lime.
- Easily multiplied for larger batches.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 439Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 12mgCarbohydrates: 37gFiber: 0gSugar: 32gProtein: 0g
Feliz Cinco de Mayo¡
Pin for your Cinco de Mayo planning! Or…just because you want THE VERY BEST MARGARITA RECIPE!

I sure hope you have time to enjoy this Margarita Recipe! For Cinco de Mayo or anytime, this is the perfect ‘better than restaurant margarita recipe.’
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Hi Lynn,
OK…now I think I have a problem. It is 8:30 in the morning and I am suddenly craving a margarita! Perhaps I should wait till later. 🙂 I love a good margarita and can’t wait to give this recipe a try. Thank you for the great roundup of recipes and for sharing my rice recipe!
Amazing recipe! We made this recipe for ourselves and loved it so much that we made it for a party, and our guests loved it! The only issue is that one of our guests liked it a little too much and may have thrown up all over one of our area rugs…but no big deal! Already found a cleaner to do an area rug cleaning and it looks good as new! Thanks for the recipe!
Oh no! But I’m glad at least that everyone loved it!
Wow, what a line up you have here Lynn (thanks for including my carnitas recipe) and those margaritas are calling my name! They are begging for hot summer evenings on the patio with good friends and lots of laughter! Andale!
Hey Jane, you are so welcome…thanks for a great looking recipe. We are ready for those patio dinners as well…seems winter decided to make one last visit here in Southeastern NC.
I’m looking forward to making those carnitas…they have been on my to-do list for some time.
Have a great day.
Hugs, Lynn
This sounds amazing, I love a good margarita but have never had luck making a decent one at home. I am definitely trying your recipe, maybe for Cinco de Mayo!
Oh those Bruschetta look sooooo good! I make them all them time. We love them! I can’t wait to try that Margarita recipe too. It’s too early to be this hungry lol
Recipes look amazing! Will have to try the Margarita and Fish Tacos soon!
Hi Cynthia and so sorry that I am just seeing this. Hope your Cinco de Mayo was delicious and that you enjoyed Dad’s Margaritas! It’s 7 am in the morning and just thinking about those margaritas is making my mouth water…not a good way to start the day!
Thanks again for swinging by and leaving your kind comment.
Hugs, Lynn
I am a Silver girl too. I like patron but my budget like hornitos 😉
Already pinned and def planning on making this margarita recipe Friday!
Enjoy Tara! I know I’ll be throwing one back on Friday as well! Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Hugs, Lynn
Just made this….so good!!! What you said “sweet enough but not too sweet” describes them perfectly!! Keeping this recipe! Thank you!!
Oh Christi, I am so very glad you enjoyed it as much as we do! My dad loves to hear that his recipe is so loved.
Have a great day my friend.
Hugs,
Lynn
I think your dad definitely has it figured out! Yummy!! This is for sure on my must try cocktail list!
Oh, they are soooo good