Best Margaritas

Cadillac Margarita: The Golden Classic

Author: Carlos Andrés Ramírez
Cadillac Margarita: The Golden Classic
MADE WITH Olmeca Altos Reposado Cadillac Margarita
FLAVOUR Sour
OCCASION Cocktail party
AUTHOR Altos Bartender
Ingredients
1 1/2 oz. Reposado Tequila
1 oz. orange liqueur
3/4 oz. lime juice
A slice of lime
Ice cubes
Salt
Method

Preparing this Cadillac Margarita is simple and quick. In less than five minutes, you can enjoy this golden cocktail by following a few easy steps. Start by filling a cocktail shaker with ice, then add reposado tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and Grand Marnier. Stir well to ensure all the ingredients are perfectly combined. For a traditional touch, salt the rim of the glass by moistening it with lime juice and dipping it in salt. Once ready, strain the mixture into a chilled glass, garnish with a slice of lime, and serve immediately.

We’re thrilled to share this Cadillac Margarita recipe with you!

This cocktail has been a favourite for decades, and it’s easy to see why: it’s sweet, tart, and salty all at once, with just the right amount of alcohol to keep things lively.

But we’ve taken it a step further. What’s better than a Margarita? A Cadillac Margarita! This recipe is a timeless, refreshing drink perfect for any occasion. Featuring reposado tequila, orange liqueur, and Grand Marnier, it’s a showstopper. We’ll even share how to make a low-calorie version for those watching their diet.

Two cadillac margarita with grand marnier

Ingredients to Prepare the Cadillac Margarita

This Cadillac Margarita recipe is simple and utterly delicious.

To prepare this cocktail, you’ll need:

– 1 1/2 oz. Altos Reposado Tequila

– 1 oz. orange liqueur

– 3/4 oz. lime juice

– A slice of lime

– Ice cubes

– Salt

How to Make the Cadillac Margarita Recipe

We all know margaritas are fantastic, but did you know they can get even better?

Preparing this Cadillac Margarita is quick and easy:

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add reposado tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and Grand Marnier. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Salt the rim of your glass for a traditional touch—moisten it with lime juice, then dip it into salt.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass.
  5. Garnish with a slice of lime and serve immediately.

For another twist, try our Altos Margarita Recipe, our very own take on the classic Margarita.

Our golden cadillac margarita

Enjoy our Skinny Cadillac Margarita version

There’s no need to give up your favourite cocktails when watching your calorie intake. Try our Skinny Cadillac Margarita for a low-calorie take on this golden classic.

How to prepare it: Replace the orange liqueur with freshly squeezed orange juice—avoid canned juice, as it’s often packed with added sugars and calories. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons of orange juice for the perfect balance. Now, you can enjoy your cocktail guilt-free!

Tequila Reposado to Make the Best Cadillac Margarita Recipe

If you’re after a show-stopping margarita recipe, this is the one. Ever wondered why we use tequila reposado in our Cadillac Margaritas? Here’s why:

Reposado, meaning “rested,” is aged longer than tequila blanco but less than añejo. The resulting flavour is smooth and lacks the harshness of silver tequila. This makes reposado ideal for mixing cocktails, as it complements rather than overpowers other ingredients. Its amber hue adds a golden touch that perfectly pairs with the rest of the mix.

The Cadillac Margarita is our most popular cocktail, and it’s no surprise—it’s sweet, zesty, and satisfying, with Altos Reposado Tequila as the perfect base.

A cadillac mixed drink

Olmeca Altos for our Cadillac Drink

Celebrate in style with the Cadillac Tequila Cocktail, blending Mexican tradition and American flair.

Why choose Olmeca Altos Tequila for your Cadillac Margarita? Because it’s the ultimate tequila for margaritas, offering a smooth, agave-rich flavour with subtle hints of citrus and spice.

It’s an excellent choice for this recipe, ensuring a perfectly balanced and absolutely delicious cocktail every time.