In this week’s episode, Tim digs deep into the Margarita with award-winning bartender and podcast host, Erick Castro. Prepare to learn all about Erick’s favorite Margarita riffs, why he thinks fresh lime juice can be even more important than tequila, and how integral the Margarita has been in his journey as a bartender. Listen on (or read below) to discover Erick’s Classic Margarita recipe. And don’t forget to subscribe! 

Erick Castro’s Classic Margarita Recipe 

Ingredients 

• 1 ½ ounces blanco tequila, such as Olmeca Altos 
• ¾ ounce Cointreau 
• ¾ ounce fresh lime juice 
• ½ ounce agave syrup (3 parts agave nectar to 2 parts water) 

Directions 

1. Add all ingredients to a shaker with Kold Draft ice cubes. 
2. Shake until cold. 
3. Dump cocktail and ice into a cold, salt-rimmed rocks glass. 

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