Margarita

Directions

1. 1
   Fill a saucer wider than your margarita glasses with a layer of salt.
2. 2
   Moisten the rims of the glasses with a lime wedge, then invert the glasses into the coarse salt to coat the rims with a thin layer of salt.
3. 3
   Combine the tequila, Grand Marnier, and lime juice in a large cocktail shaker or pitcher with plenty of ice and vigorously shake or stir to combine and chill.
4. 4
   Add ice to the prepared glasses and strain the margarita over it.
5. 5
   Garnish each drink with a wedge of lime and serve at once.
6. 6
   Combine in a glass, over ice, 1/4 cup good tequila; 1 tablespoon orange liqueur, or to taste; and the juice of 1/2 lime, or to taste.