Classic Margarita

Get a shallow bowl that is slightly larger than your glass, and sprinkle a thick layer of salt on it. Cut a notch in the middle of one of your lime wedges, so it can fit around the rim of your glass. Run the lime all the way around the rim of the glass, then dip the rim in salt. Fill your glass with ice. Editor's Tip: If you have time, chill your glass in the freezer before starting this recipe. When you salt the rim, you can do just half of the rim, which looks elegant and is great for folks who want some sips without the salty edge. If you really love that salty edge, feel free to make a pretty thick salt rim, about 1/2-inch deep. The most important part of the salt rim is to make sure your glass is wet enough for the salt to stick! If you run out of lime, use water.

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, then add the tequila, Triple Sec and lime juice. Cover well, and shake hard for 15 to 20 seconds, until frost forms on the outside of the shaker.

Strain the margarita directly into your prepared margarita glass. Garnish with the remaining lime wedge. Editor's Tip: If you take your first sip and your mouth puckers, feel free to drizzle in a bit of agave or simple syrup to counteract the sour with a little sweet.