Jun 15 2009
Badass scratch margaritas
There is no such thing as a good margarita made from a mix. Which is not to say I’ve never enjoyed such a margarita, but they are simply sub-par. The only way to achieve margarita perfection is to do a bit of the work yourself. But don’t worry, it’s not THAT much work. And the payoff is absolutely worth it.
I got the core of this recipe from my friend Robert – architect, dog owner, and master drink maker. I added the Grand Marnier at my wife’s request, and even though it seemed a little girly I now add it every time. Because it rules. It totally takes these over the top. Restaurants often refer to this as the Cadillac Margarita, but in light of Chrysler’s current fiscal problems, I suggest simply referring to it as the Badass.
What you’ll need
- 6 oz blanco or silver tequila (Robert suggest Don Julio if you have the bucks, or Cuervo Blanco. I haven’t been able to find either so I use a good silver tequila.)
- 6 oz fresh squeezed lime juice (About 10 limes.)
- 5 oz Cointreau
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 1 shot Grand Marnier per drink
What you do
Make your simple syrup first. Make a lot and store the extra in the fridge. You don’t use that much so it’ll last a long time. Boil 1 cup sugar with 1 cup water. Let it cool before mixing with the other ingredients.
Squeeze your limes. I squeeze them straight into a large graduated measuring cup so I know when I’m done squeezing.
Combine everything except the Grand Marnier in a shaker with a little ice and shake. Pour over ice in salted glasses. Garnish with lime.
Now the badass addition – pour one shot of Grand Marnier into each glass, stir, and enjoy.
This makes about 4 drinks. If I’m within an hour’s drive of you when you make these, you’re required to inform me so I can come over. I’ll need a place to sleep.
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Awesome. I’ve found that the best non-mix mix, is “Simply Limeade”. Real cane sugar instead of corn syrup, real lime juice. Real easy. ;p
Awww yeah, baby! ;D