The margarita is a popular and beloved drink. If you're new to drinking cocktails, it is a good drink to try because it's fruity and pleasant. Most Mexican restaurants serve margaritas, and many American bars and grills make them too. Ordering one isn't too complicated, but there are a few things that are helpful to know the first time you order a margarita at a restaurant.
The default is to serve it "on the rocks."
Frozen margaritas, which are margaritas blended with ice in a blender, are a popular option in some areas. However, they are not the standard or classic margarita. The traditional way to serve a margarita is "on the rocks," which means over ice in a glass. If the menu does not specify how margaritas are served, you can assume they come on the rocks. In some cases, the server may ask you whether you want yours frozen or on the rocks, in which case you can choose.
The stuff on the rim is salt, not sugar.
If you've never had a margarita before, you might look at the stuff on the rim of the glass and assume it's sugar. But actually, that material is salt. This may sound like a strange combination at first, but the salt is a great contrast to the lime and the tequila in the margarita. Give it a try. Or, if you're hesitant, ask if your server or bartender can salt just half the rim of the glass. This way, you can try the salt, but you have the option to avoid it if you decide you don't like it.
You may have to specify your tequila.
If you simply order "a margarita," it will typically come with well tequila, which is the cheapest tequila the bar stocks for general use. This is okay, but if you want a higher-end tequila in your drink, you will need to specify that. Some servers might ask you if you want to upgrade the tequila. Others won't ask, but you can always request this of them when you place the order. If you're not sure what types of tequila the bar has, ask for a list.
Ordering a margarita is a fun way to celebrate and enjoy a delicious drink. The tips above should help you navigate this process for the first time. Before long, you'll have a "go-to" margarita order that you stick with every time.
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