With tart lime, punchy tequila and just the right amount of sweetness, margaritas taste like a party in a glass. One of the ...

fresh lime juice, and ¾ oz ... Editor’s note: This orange-liqueur-free margarita was first printed in our May 2016 issue. Head this way for more of our favorite tequila drinks → Recipes ...

But making a perfectly balanced margarita is an art form that requires a just-right tequila, fresh lime juice and a good shaking method. We asked Gabe Sanchez, an award-winning cocktail expert and ...

Set aside to cool. Make the cucumber-mint-lime juice: Use a juicer or blender to process cucumber with mint. Add a little water if needed to help blend. Strain juice through a fine-mesh strainer.

But not all margaritas are created equally ... Shell out the extra dough for a tequila that's 100% agave, and pony up for fresh limes -even though their prices have skyrocketed in recent months.

For the simple syrup simply combine ingredients in a small sauce pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling turn the heat off and let sit for 30 minutes for the flavors to infuse. Strain into a jar and ...