5 from 12 votes
Cadillac Margarita Recipe (Top-Shelf)
The Cadillac Margarita blends reposado tequila with Grand Marnier, fresh lime juice, and a touch of agave nectar for a balanced, top-shelf cocktail. The shake-and-serve method chills the drink while integrating the sweet and tart elements. A salted rim adds texture contrast and enhances the vibrant citrus flavors, making it suitable for those who appreciate a nuanced margarita experience.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
1
serving
Calories:
213 kcal
Course:
Drinks, Cocktails
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz. tequila 3 Tbsp, reposado
- 1 oz. Grand Marnier 2 Tbsp
- ¾ oz. lime juice freshly squeezed (1 ½ Tbsp.)
- ¼ oz. 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.
- 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.
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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.
- 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!
Nutrition Information
Calories
213kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
16g
(5%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
3mg
(0%)
Potassium
35mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
14g
(28%)
Vitamin A
11IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
3mg
(0%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 213
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 213kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 35mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 11IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.