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Grand Margarita

An elevated margarita featuring silver tequila, fresh lime juice, and premium Grand Marnier with a salted rim for a sophisticated citrus cocktail.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail/Beverage
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • Tequila silver or blanco: 2 ounces
  • Grand Marnier: 1 ounce
  • Fresh lime juice: 1 ounce
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 ounce
  • Ice cubes: for shaking
  • Sea salt: for rimming optional but highly recommended
  • Lime wedge: for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring shot glass
  • Bar spoon for stirring
  • Cocktail strainer
  • Coupe glass or margarita glass
  • Citrus juicer or reamer
  • Small plate for salt rim
  • Lime wedge for garnish

Method
 

  1. Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it into sea salt to create a salted rim.
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker three-quarters full with ice cubes.
  3. Pour 2 ounces of silver tequila and 1 ounce of Grand Marnier into the shaker using a jigger.
  4. Add 1 ounce of fresh lime juice to the shaker.
  5. Pour 0.5 ounce of simple syrup into the shaker for balanced sweetness.
  6. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 10 to 12 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
  7. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass, leaving the ice behind.
  8. Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy your Grand Margarita while it’s cold and refreshing.

Notes

Chill your glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before preparing the drink to keep it colder longer and prevent over-dilution.