Margarita

Directions

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   Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
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   Add tequila, lime juice, and simple syrup and orange liqueur.
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   Cover and shake until mixed and chilled, about 30 seconds.
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   Spread lime-salt-sugar on a plate.
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   Moisten the rim of a chilled rocks or wine glass with a lime wedge and press into mixture to rim edge.
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   Strain margarita into glass.
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   Place sugar and water in a small saucepan.
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    Cook over low heat, stirring, until sugar dissolves.
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    Remove from heat and let cool.
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    Store in a sealed container in refrigerator for up to 1 month.
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    Yield: about 1 1/2 cups
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    Blend zest, salt and sugar together in a small blender or mini food chopper.
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    Use immediately.