There’s no need to go out for a tequila cocktail when you can make them right at home. From the classic margarita to creative concoctions, here are some of our favorite recipes.

The Margarita

This quintessential tequila cocktail is easy to make and always a hit. In a shaker filled with ice, combine:

1 1/2 oz. tequila

1 oz. Cointreau or Triple Sec

1 oz. lime juice

Shake well and strain into a salt-rimmed glass.

The Paloma

This refreshing drink …