Janice'S Margarita Martinis For A Party

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   Just before serving, in a 1/2-gal pitcher combine the tequila, 1 cup Cointreau,& 1 cup lime juice; taste and add more Cointreau if needed to balance the lime.

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   Pour about 1/4 cup lime juice onto one small plate, and 1/4 cup salt onto another.

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   Have martini glasses (preferably 5 oz) at hand (chilled, if possible).

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   As guests request martinis, invert a glass into the plate with the lime juice to moisten rim, then lightly dip into salt.

5. 5

   For each drink measure 2 oz (4 Tbs) of the tequila mixture into a cocktail shaker--do up to 3 drinks at a time.

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   Add ice cubes (5 standard-size cubes for 1 drink, 8 for 2, 10 for 3).

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   Shake vigorously 10-15 seconds and strain into the salt-crusted glasses.

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   Replenish the lime juice and salt in dipping plates as needed.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.