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Cadillac Margarita Recipe

Let's upgrade your tequila game with this Cadillac margarita! Made with barrel-aged tequila, rich Grand Marnier and freshly squeezed lime juice, this top-shelf margarita is simple yet full of flavor thanks to its high-quality ingredients.

5.0 from 195 votes
5 mins
Total Time
1
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Cadillac Margarita

How to Make the Best Cadillac Margarita

The Upgrade Your Margarita Deserves

A Cadillac margarita is where simplicity meets sophistication. While traditional margaritas are refreshing, this elevated version showcases the true potential of premium tequila. By using high-quality barrel-aged reposado tequila and rich Grand Marnier, you’re not just making a drink—you’re crafting an experience that deserves to be savored.

Quality Ingredients Make All the Difference

The magic of this cocktail lies entirely in its ingredients. There’s no complicated mixing or exotic components—just three premium liqueurs and fresh lime juice combined in perfect harmony. The reposado tequila brings warm, complex notes from aging in oak barrels, while the Grand Marnier adds elegant sweetness and subtle orange undertones. Freshly squeezed lime juice (never bottled!) provides brightness that ties everything together. Each ingredient shines, creating a margarita that tastes nothing like those overly sweet, mass-produced versions.

The Perfect Tequila Upgrade

Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply treat yourself to something special, this Cadillac margarita will become your new go-to recipe. The balance of flavors is impeccable, and the preparation is straightforward enough to make it anytime you want a high-quality margarita without leaving home.

Cadillac Margarita

Cadillac Margarita

Let's upgrade your tequila game with this Cadillac margarita! Made with barrel-aged tequila, rich Grand Marnier and freshly squeezed lime juice, this top-shelf margarita is simple yet full of flavor thanks to its high-quality ingredients.

5.0 from 195 votes
CourseBeverage
CuisineMexican
Keywordcadillac margarita, grand marnier margarita, top shelf margarita
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Total Time5 mins
Servings1 drink
Calories225kcal
AuthorRare Ivy
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Ingredients

Base

Garnish (Optional)

Instructions

Preparation

  1. Add the tequila, Grand Marnier, lime juice and a handful of ice to a cocktail shaker.
  2. Put on the top and shake vigorously, about 15-30 seconds.

Serving

  1. For a salted rim, run a lime slice along the edge of the serving glass. Swirl the moistened rim into a small plate of coarse sea salt. Add ice to the glass.
  2. Strain the margarita into the serving glass. Garnish with additional lime slices if desired. Enjoy!
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