The Best Fresh From-Scratch Margarita

Step 1

To make the salt rim, combine salt and lime zest in a shallow bowl. Stir to combine.

Step 2

Use a lime wedge to moisten the rim of a margarita glass. Rim the glass in the lime-salt mixture, twisting to coat well.

Step 3

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup. Shake to chill and combine.

Step 4

Fill rimmed glass with ice. Strain margarita into the glass. Garnish with a lime wedge and serve.