Recipe slightly adapted from and with thanks to Ina Garten
Servings: 3servings
Ingredients
1/2cupruby red grapefruit juiceabout 1 1/2 grapefruits worth
1/4cuplime juiceabout 3 limes worth
1/2cupwhite tequila
1/2cupTriple Secor another orange liqueur
1/8teaspoonof saltif you are not going to salt the glasses
additional lime wedgesfor serving
Ice
Optional: simple syrupshake together equal parts sugar and water in a small jar, add a splash to the drink and adjust to taste as desired
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a large cocktail shaker and add ice to fill. Shake at least 30 seconds, until the container is icy cold. Fill prepared glasses with ice and pour the chilled margarita over the ice. Garnish with lime wedges. Enjoy!
Notes
The salt works to balance the extreme tartness of the grapefruit. If you are not planning to salt the glasses, be sure to add a pinch of salt to the drinks right before shaking them.