Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsEl AguilaTop Shelf Margaritas Recipe

Top Shelf Margaritas Recipe

Inspired by El Aguila
Time10m
Serves1

Silver (unaged) 11, Reposado (rested) 12, Anejo (aged) 13.

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Ingredients

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Margarita Base

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass to moisten it, then dip the rim into a plate of salt to coat it evenly. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine the Silver Tequila, Reposado Tequila, Añejo Tequila, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.

  3. 3

    Shake the Cocktail

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

  4. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Fill the prepared rocks glass with fresh ice and strain the margarita mixture over the ice. Garnish with a lime wedge.

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