quick margaritas

original recipe cook's illustrated, 2000

yield 4 drinks

1/2 cup lime juice from 2 to 3 medium limes
1/2 cup lemon juice from 2 to 3 medium lemons
1/4 cup superfine sugar
pinch table salt
2 cups crushed ice
1 cup 100 percent agave tequila , preferably reposado
1 cup triple sec

combine juices, sugar, and salt in large liquid measuring cup.

divide 1 cup crushed ice between 4 or 6 margarita or double old-fashioned glasses. strain juice mixture into 1-quart pitcher or cocktail shaker. add tequila, triple sec, and remaining crushed ice.

stir or shake until thoroughly combined and chilled, 20 to 60 seconds. strain into ice-filled glasses; serve immediately.