Margarita

Directions

1. 1
   Pour 1/2-ounce of the tequila into a small saucer.
2. 2
   Spread the kosher salt in a separate small saucer.
3. 3
   Dip the rim of a martini or other wide rimmed glass into the tequila.
4. 4
   Lift out of the tequila and hold upside down for 10 seconds to allow for slight evaporation.
5. 5
   Next, dip the glass into the salt to coat the rim.
6. 6
   Set aside.
7. 7
   Halve 2 of the limes, cut a thin slice for garnish from 1, and set aside.
8. 8
   Juice the halved limes into the bottom of a Boston-style cocktail shaker.
9. 9
   Cut the remaining 2 limes and the orange into quarters and add them to the juice in the shaker.
10. 10
    Add the agave nectar to and muddle for 2 minutes until the juices are release.
11. 11
    Strain the juice mixture through a cocktail strainer into the top of the shaker and discard the solids.
12. 12
    Return the juice to the bottom of the shaker, add the remaining 1 1/2 ounces of tequila and any remaining on the saucer.
13. 13
    Add the ice to the shaker, cover and shake for 30 seconds.
14. 14
    Strain the mixture through a cocktail strainer into the prepared glass, garnish with reserved lime slice, and serve immediately.