Golden Margarita is an elegant upgrade for margarita lovers. This alcoholic drink delivers a warm, satisfying finish. Its vibrant amber color beams like a little sun, dispelling the chill and tiredness.
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Golden margarita recipe
Golden margarita is a delicious twist, distinguished by its use of gold tequila instead of the traditional silver tequila. With longer aging, gold tequila helps the drink have a richer, more complex, and slightly warmer flavor profile.
This cocktail is favored for its richer flavor and is often chosen for special occasions. It’s popular at summer gatherings, parties, or holiday like Cinco de Mayo.
You can serve this margarita with bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers, fish tacos, and grilled shrimp skewers. Grilled octopus, seared scallops, and guacamole with chips also fit the cocktail.
The beverage goes well with queso fresco, aged cheddar, manchego, and añejo cheese. For dessert, lime tart, coconut flan, and dark chocolate truffles complement its sweetness and acidity.
Here’s how to make the golden liquors – Gold Tequila Margarita:
Golden margarita
Nutrition
Ingredients
- 4 oz gold tequila e.g. Jose Cuervo or Reposado
- 2 oz triple sec
- 3 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 oz honey or agave syrup
- Ice cubes
- Salt for rimming optional
- Lime slices for garnish optional
Instructions
- Moisten the rims of the glasses with a lime wedge, then dip them in salt for a classic touch. Set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the gold tequila, triple sec, freshly squeezed lime juice, and honey/agave syrup.
- Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake the mixture vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
- Strain the margarita mixture into the prepared glasses over ice.
- Garnish with lime slices if desired.
SIMILAR RECIPES
Variations
This Golden cocktail has many variations. Here are some ideas you can try:
- Golden Cadillac Margarita:
- 4 oz gold tequila
- 2 oz Grand Marnier
- 2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup.
- Tropical Version:
- 4 oz gold tequila
- 1 oz orange liqueur
- 2.5 oz fresh pineapple juice
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- A dash of turmeric agave syrup (adjust to taste for color and flavor)
- Grapefruit Golden Margarita
- 4 oz gold tequila
- 4 oz grapefruit juice
- 2 oz orange juice
- Juice of one lime
- Simple syrup to taste
- Frozen version blends all ingredients with ice for a slushy texture.
- Low-calorie version omits sweetener for a lighter, less sweet cocktail.
- Spicy Golden Cocktail adds muddled jalapeño or chili salt rim for heat.