Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCesar's Old MexicoTop Shelf Recipe

Top Shelf Recipe

Inspired by Cesar's Old Mexico
Time15m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Take a lime wedge and rub it around the rim of a glass. Dip the rim into salt to coat it lightly. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine the fresh lime juice, high-quality tequila, agave syrup, and Cointreau or Triple Sec. Fill the shaker with ice cubes.

Serving

  1. 3

    Shake the Cocktail

    Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well-chilled.

  2. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice cubes. Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim.

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