Fresh-squeezed lime and lemon margaritas with 100% agave tequila and Triple Sec.

Ingredients

  • 4 tsp grated lime zest plus 1/2 cup lime juice from 2-3 medium limes
  • 4 sp grated lemon zest plus 1/2 cup lemon juice from 2-3 lemons
  • 1/4 cup superfine sugar
  • Pinch salt
  • 2 cups crushed ice
  • 1 cup 100% agave tequila, preferably reposado
  • 1 cup Triple Sec

Steps

  1. Combine lime zest and juice, lemon zest and juice, sugar, and salt in large liquid measuring cup; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors meld, 4-24 hr.
  2. Divide 1 cup crushed ice between 4-6 margarita or double old-fashioned glasses.
  3. Strain juice mixture into 1-qt pitcher or shaker.
  4. Add tequila, Triple Sec, and remaining crushed ice; stir or shake until thoroughly combined and chilled, 20-60 seconds.
  5. Strain into ice-filled glasses; serve immediately.