Annie S Margaritas Recipe

Ingredients for Annie S Margaritas

• Ice (as needed)
• 1/2 cup orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or Triple Sec)
• White Tequila
• 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 8-10 limes)
• 1/2 cup water
• White Sugar
• Lime
• Coarse Salt

How to Make Annie S Margaritas

1. **Make the Simple Syrup:** In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved (about 6-8 minutes).
2. **Cool the Syrup:** Remove from heat and let cool completely. For best results, transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate overnight.
3. **Prepare the Margaritas:** Fill a blender with ice. Add 1 1/2 cups tequila, 1/2 cup orange liqueur, and 1/2 cup lime juice.
4. **Adjust Sweetness:** Add simple syrup to taste, starting with 2-4 tablespoons and adjusting to your preferred level of sweetness.
5. **Blend:** Blend until smooth and frosty.
6. **Prepare Glasses:** Chill margarita glasses in the freezer. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip in coarse sea salt.
7. **Serve:** Fill glasses with ice. Pour margarita mixture into glasses. Garnish with a lime wedge and enjoy!