Ingredients
1½ozgin,Bombay Sapphire, or any preferred gin
1ozCointreau orange liqueur,Triple Sec, or Grand Marnier
¾ozlime juice,freshly squeezed
agave nectar,or simple syrup, optional sweeteners, optional
lime wedge
coarse salt
ice
Preparation
Run a lime slice around the top rim of a glass.
Fill a shallow bowl with salt, and dip the rim in the salt until it is covered with your desired amount of salt. Set aside.
Add gin, lime juice, and Cointreau and stir until combined.
Stir in ½ teaspoon of agave or simple syrup at a time, until the mix reaches your desired level of sweetness.
Fill the glass with ice, then pour in the margarita mixture over the rocks.
Serve immediately, garnished with an extra lime wedge, if desired.
