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Grand Margarita

A premium twist on the classic margarita, featuring Grand Marnier for a smoother texture and complex citrus profile.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 172
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 oz premium silver tequila
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 0.75 oz Grand Marnier
  • 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice optional but recommended
  • 0.25 oz simple syrup adjust to taste
  • Ice cubes for shaking
  • Kosher salt for rimming
  • Lime wheel for garnish

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker (Boston or standard)
  • jigger (1.5 oz and 0.75 oz measures)
  • Bar strainer
  • margarita glass (chilled)
  • Citrus juicer
  • Bar spoon
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Small plate for salt rim

Method
 

  1. Chill your margarita glass by filling it with ice cubes and set aside.
  2. Prepare the salt rim by running a lime wedge around the glass edge and dipping it into kosher salt on a small plate.
  3. Juice your citrus by squeezing the lime and lemon, straining the juice to remove pulp and seeds.
  4. Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes for proper chilling.
  5. Measure and add 2 oz premium silver tequila into the shaker.
  6. Measure and add 0.75 oz Grand Marnier to the shaker.
  7. Add 1 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.25 oz simple syrup into the shaker.
  8. Shake vigorously for 10 to 12 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
  9. Discard the ice from the chilled glass and strain the margarita into the salt-rimmed glass.
  10. Garnish with a lime wheel and serve immediately while cold.

Notes

For an extra-cold drink, chill your glass in the freezer for 15 minutes before preparing the cocktail.