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Closeup of Rum Margarita on Cutting Board with Lime and Salt

Best Rum Margarita

The Rum Margarita is a different take on the classic tequila based margarita. This cocktail is a little sweeter and smoother than a traditional margarita.
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Drink Type: Cocktail
Main Alcohol: Rum
Keyword: Lime, Rum, Triple Sec
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Jigger
  • Hawthorne Strainer
  • Lime Juicer
  • Margarita Glass

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Rum
  • 1 oz Triple Sec
  • 3/4 oz Lime Juice Fresh
  • 1/4 oz Simple Syrup
  • Lime Wedge (garnish)
  • Coarse Salt (garnish)
  • Ice

Instructions

  • Wet Rim of Margarita Glass and Rub in Salt Until Coated
  • Add Rum, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, and Triple Sec to Cocktail Shaker Filled with Ice
  • Shake Vigorously Until Ingredients are Mixed and Chilled (15-20 Seconds)
  • Strain Into Margarita Glass
  • Garnish with Lime Wedge

Bartender Notes

  • Add more or less simple syrup depending on how sweet you want the drink.