Frozen Margarita

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp. kosher salt (optional)
• Lime wedge (for serving; optional)
• 3 oz. blanco tequila
• 3 oz. fresh lime juice (from 3–4 limes)
• 2½ oz. orange liqueur (such as Cointreau)
• 1½ tsp. granulated sugar

Steps

1. First, rim the glasses, if desired. Place 1 Tbsp. kosher salt on a small plate. Rub rims of 2 old-fashioned glasses with lime wedge, then dip in salt. Chill glasses.
2. Blend 3 oz. blanco tequila, 3 oz. fresh lime juice (from 3–4 limes), 2½ oz. orange liqueur, and 1½ tsp. granulated sugar in a blender on medium-low until sugar dissolves, about 20 seconds. Add 2½ cups ice and blend until thick and smooth, 30–45 seconds more, depending on the strength of your blender. Pour into prepared glasses. Editor’s note: This recipe was originally printed in the August 1981 issue of ‘Gourmet.’ Head this way for more of our favorite frozen cocktail recipes →