Prep the glass: Run a lime wedge around half the rim of your glass. Dip it into salt or Tajín. Filling only half the rim gives you a choice with every sip.
Measure and pour: Add tequila, lime juice, guava nectar, orange liqueur, and simple syrup (if using) to the shaker.
Add ice and shake: Fill the shaker with ice. Shake hard for 12–15 seconds until the shaker feels very cold.
Strain: Add fresh ice to your glass. Strain the margarita over the ice. Double strain if you used a thicker guava puree and want a silkier texture.
Garnish and serve: Add a lime wheel or wedge. Sip immediately while it’s frosty and bright.
Sweetness check: Taste your guava first. Many nectars come pre-sweetened, so you might not need any simple syrup.
Shake, don’t stir: Shaking chills, dilutes, and aerates—key for a light, refreshing texture.
Good ice matters: Use fresh, solid cubes. Hollow or melty ice over-dilutes and waters down flavor.
Salt selection: Use coarse kosher salt or flaky salt. Table salt tastes too aggressive.
