Ina Garten also swears by cheap tequila for margaritas ... Generally, these are too flavorful for margarita cocktails and are best sipped on their own. However, some sophisticated tequila fans ...

Our best overall pick is Tequila Ocho Plata. It imparts a peppery, herbal flavor to the classic drink while also retaining a surprising brightness—plus it's affordable. Tequila Ocho Plata is ...