Cadillac Margarita Recipe

Cadillac Margarita

1. 1

   Prepare the glass

   Run a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks or coupe glass to moisten it. Pour the coarse kosher salt or margarita salt onto a small plate, then dip the moistened rim into the salt to coat evenly. Set the glass aside.

2. 2

   Measure and combine

   In a cocktail shaker, add 3 oz reposado tequila, 1 oz Grand Marnier, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 0.25 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz agave syrup. The small amount of lemon juice brightens the lime and balances the sweetness.

3. 3

   Add ice and shake

   Fill the shaker with ice (about 1 cup). Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds, until the shaker is well-chilled and slightly frosty on the outside.

4. 4

   Strain and serve

   Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice (if serving on the rocks) or leave it neat if you prefer served up. Double-strain (using a Hawthorne and fine mesh if available) the margarita from the shaker into the glass to remove small ice shards and any pulp.

5. 5

   Garnish and adjust

   Float an orange twist or wheel on top and/or place a lime wheel on the rim. Taste and, if desired, add a small splash of additional agave syrup or a squeeze of lime to adjust sweetness/acidity.

6. 6

   Serve immediately while cold. Enjoy responsibly.