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Cadillac Margarita Recipe (Top-Shelf)
This Cadillac Margarita recipe is all the name implies, the best you can get. To make this top-shelf drink, you only need a few ingredients like reposado tequila, Grand Marnier, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar.
Servings: 1 serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 ounces tequila, reposado (3 Tbsp.)
- 1 ounce 2 Tbsp. Grand Marnier (2 Tbsp.)
- ¾ ounce lime juice freshly squeezed (1 ½ Tbsp.)
- ¼ ounce agave nectar (2 tsp.)
- Ice
- Salt optional
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker or a large glass mason jar half full with ice and then pour in the tequila, Grand Marnier, lime juice, and agave nectar.1.5 ounces tequila, reposado, 1 ounce 2 Tbsp. Grand Marnier, ¾ ounce lime juice, ¼ ounce agave nectar, Ice
- Shake for 10-20 seconds, or until the drink is well mixed and the shaker is chilled.
- If you’d like a strong margarita, serve immediately so the ice does not melt. If you’d prefer a weaker margarita, let the shaker sit for a minute or two, shake again for 5-10 seconds, and then serve.
For a Salted Rim:
- Quarter a lime and cut a slice down the center. Rub the lime wedge around the edge of the margarita glass.Salt
- Fill a small plate with salt at least ⅛ to ¼-inch thick. Dip the juice-coated glass into the salt, spinning it around to coat all sides evenly.
- Pour the Cadillac margarita drink into the glass, being careful not to disrupt the salted rim and garnish with a lime wedge. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Tequila: For the Cadillac Margarita, opt for a top-shelf tequila and aim for reposado for the most flavor.
- Lime: The hand-squeezed lime juice will make a huge difference in the quality of the margarita.
- Salted rim: A salted rim is a must for this premium drink.
- Garnish: Garnishes make for a beautiful presentation. Opt for a slice of lime or orange.
Nutrition
Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg
