Best 5 Top Shelf Margarita Grande Recipes

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Margarita is a classic cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with tequila, lime juice, and Cointreau, and is served with a salted rim. This article presents a collection of top-shelf margarita recipes that will take your taste buds on a journey. From the classic margarita to the spicy habanero margarita, there is a recipe here for everyone. Whether you are looking for a refreshing drink to enjoy on a hot summer day or a festive cocktail to serve at your next party, these margarita recipes will surely impress.

The article includes recipes for:

* Top-Shelf Margarita: A classic margarita made with high-quality ingredients, including reposado tequila, fresh lime juice, and Cointreau.
* Spicy Habanero Margarita: A spicy twist on the classic margarita, made with habanero-infused tequila and fresh lime juice.
* Frozen Margarita: A refreshing frozen margarita made with tequila, lime juice, Cointreau, and simple syrup.
* Strawberry Margarita: A sweet and fruity margarita made with fresh strawberries, tequila, lime juice, and Cointreau.
* Blood Orange Margarita: A unique margarita made with blood orange juice, tequila, lime juice, and Cointreau.

Each recipe includes detailed instructions and a list of ingredients, so you can easily make these margaritas at home. Whether you are a margarita lover or just looking for a new cocktail to try, these recipes are sure to please.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TOP SHELF MARGARITA GRANDE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1 large margarita cocktail

Number Of Ingredients 7

Finely grated lime zest
Coarse kosher salt
Lime slice or wedge
2 ounces top-shelf tequila (recommended: Cuervo Gold or anejo tequila)
1-ounce orange-flavored liqueur (recommended: Grand Marnier or Cointreau)
1 1/2 ounces lime juice, or more, to taste
1 1/2 cups ice cubes

Steps:

  • In a small shallow bowl or rimmed saucer combine the lime zest and salt and mix well. Run the lime slice around the rim of a stemmed, wide mouthed glass to moisten it, then turn the glass upside down and press the rim in the salt mixture. Set glass aside.
  • In a cocktail shaker combine all remaining ingredients and shake well to chill. Strain into the prepared glass and serve immediately.

TOP SHELF MARGARITAS ON THE ROCKS



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Top Shelf Margaritas sure to please the avid 'rita fanatic; as with anything, fresh ingredients are the key to a quality result, so we start with our own syrup and sour mix.

Provided by The Prothro's Kitchen

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅔ cup sugar
⅓ cup water
2 ¼ cups water
1 ½ cups fresh lemon juice
¼ cup sugar
1 egg white
2 cups ice cubes
2 cups premium tequila
1 cup Cointreau
½ cup lime juice
16 lime wedges
coarse kosher salt

Steps:

  • Make a simple syrup by stirring together and bringing 2/3 cup sugar and 1/3 cup water to a boil until the sugar dissolves; set aside to cool.
  • Make the sour mix by briskly stirring together the 2 1/4 cups water, lemon juice, 1/4 cup sugar, and egg white; set aside.
  • Combine the ice cubes, tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, 1 ounce of the simple syrup, and 1/2 cup of the sour mix in a pitcher; stir vigorously to infuse the ice, 8 to 15 seconds.
  • Run a lime wedge along the rim of an 8-ounce glass. Spread the kosher salt onto a plate and dip the glass rims in the salt to coat; add ice if desired. Strain the mixture from the cocktail shaker into the glass to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

TOP SHELF MARGARITA



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Make and share this Top Shelf Margarita recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chris Rongo

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 ounce Cointreau liqueur
1/2 ounce Grand Marnier or 1/2 ounce gran gala
2 1/2 ounces prepared sweet-and-sour mix
1 ounce lime juice
1 1/2 ounces tequila

Steps:

  • Fill mixing glass with ice.
  • Pour in all ingredients.
  • Shake well.
  • Pour into salt rimmed glass.
  • Add lime wedge or wheel.

TOP SHELF MARGARITAS



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This refreshing margarita recipe truly lives up to its name. Premium liquor really makes a difference in this case. It's sweet with just the right amount of tartness mixed in. They taste very smooth. So be careful while drinking... they'll sneak up on you. Cheers!

Provided by Jenny Powers

Categories     Cocktails

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can(s) frozen limeade
2 1/2 c premium gold tequila liquor
1 c Grand Mariner liqueur
4 1/3 c water
2 limes
1 container of margarita salt

Steps:

  • 1. Thin slice one lime into circles and put in a glass pitcher. Cut the other one into wedges so you can rub the rim with it prior to rolling into margarita salt.
  • 2. Mix the water and limeade in a clear pitcher. Add the sliced limes tequila and Grand Mariner. Do not add ice to the pitcher, it will dilute quickly.
  • 3. Take a wedge of lime and rub around the rim of a margarita glass.
  • 4. Roll the rim in the salt and fill the glass with ice.
  • 5. Pour the drink mix into the glass and put a lime wedge in the glass.

TOP-SHELF MARGARITAS



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Categories     Liqueur     Tequila     Alcoholic     Cocktail Party     Fourth of July     Cinco de Mayo     Lime     Spirit     Summer     Party     Gourmet     Drink

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lime wedge for coating rims of glasses
Kosher salt for coating rims of glasses
2 cups ice cubes
3/4 cup Grand Marnier
3/4 cup premium, aged, añejo tequila
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
Garnish: 4 lime wedges

Steps:

  • Rub rims of 4 stemmed glasses with lime wedge and dip in salt to lightly coat. In a cocktail shaker, combine remaining ingredients and shake well. Strain drink into glasses and garnish with lime wedges.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed lime juice.
  • If you don't have Cointreau, you can substitute another orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier.
  • Use a high-quality tequila. A reposado or añejo tequila will give your margarita a more complex flavor.
  • Don't skimp on the salt. The salt helps to balance out the sweetness of the margarita.
  • Serve your margarita immediately, while it's still cold and refreshing.

Conclusion:

The Top Shelf Margarita Grande is a delicious and refreshing cocktail that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a great margarita, give this recipe a try.

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