DOW: Margarita

We're happy we watched the Thirsty Traveler episode in which Kevin Brauch exhorts us to only buy tequila made from 100% agave. Many commonly available tequilas include sugars from other sources, although they still must be at least 51% agave.

The margarita is another drink that, like the daiquiri, has been corrupted over the years, but the basic version is simple and sophisticated at the same time.

• 1 1/2 oz tequila
• 3/4 oz Cointreau
• juice of 1/2 a lime
• kosher salt for the rim

Shake with ice and strain into a cocktail glass with a salt rim.