Margaritas

Fresh squeezed lime juice gives this margarita an extra kick. Do not substitute the bottled variety. It's worth the extra effort.

1 part white tequila
1 part fresh lime juice with simple syrup
1 part triple sec
lime slices
coarse salt

First squeeze and strain the lime juice. Mix with just enough simple syrup to take the edge off. Mix in a pitcher with tequila and triple sec with plenty of ice cubes. Rim your margarita glasses with coarse salt, fill with margarita, and garnish each with a slice of lime. Serve with your favorite salsa or guacamole.

Cosmopolitan

1 1/4 oz citron vodka
1/4 oz lime juice
1/4 oz triple sec
1/4 cup cranberry juice

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Shake and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with an orange slice.