Clase Azul Margarita Recipe
A Clase Azul margarita recipe is an upgraded take on the classic cocktail! Using Clase Azul tequila, a good quality orange liqueur, and fresh lime juice creates an absolutely delicious leveled-i[ margarita perfect for your bougie friends. If you’re in the mood for a splurge, then this margarita recipe is perfect for you.
Why You’ll Love Clase Azul Margarita
You’ll love a Clase Azul margarita, especially if you are already a fan of traditional margaritas.
Using a top-shelf tequila brand (like Clase Azul) for your margarita doesn’t make the recipe more challenging. The steps are pretty much identical to making a classic margarita.
The flavor of each margarita changes based on what tequila you use. If you aren’t a big tequila fan, you may not notice the nuances. But we taste a lot of tequila and absolutely can pick up when a tequila changes the flavor.
Related: Cadillac Margarita
Using high-end tequila that captures all the nuances and fresh flavors of the agave plant in your margarita is a tasty way to splurge and for those who know the price of the brand, they’ll know it’s an elevated twist on the drink.
You can read our full Clase Azul tequila review here. But overall it has a really smooth flavor. Because of the cost, you’ll only want to use this tequila in margaritas when you are looking for a high-end, elevated, celebratory margarita. Or save it for sipping.
Birthdays, holidays, and nights out with friends are perfect occasions to sip a delicious margarita with Clase Azul.
That said, Clase Azul tequila is crazy expensive; a bottle can easily cost you more than $150. That’s something to consider before trying to make this drink.
Ingredients
- Clase Azul Tequila
- Cointreau
- Fresh Lime Juice
- Salted rim
To make Clase Azul margarita, we’re only using Clase Azul Tequila, so no brand swaps are allowed for this one.
If you’re wondering, “Is Clase Azul a good tequila?” The answer is yes. The flavor of the Tequila Plata is great especially when making premium margaritas (like Presidente or this Cadillac Margarita).
For orange liqueur, we used Cointreau. It’s one of our favorites for making various types of margaritas, as it helps give them balance. Cointreau’s slightly more sophisticated flavor profile and smooth texture fit well with Clase Azul’s quality. But of course, you can use the orange liqueur (like Triple Sec) you have around.
Lime juice is another essential for making margaritas. Since we’re upping the quality of our ingredients, you need to use fresh lime juice as much as possible. Bottled juices don’t quite capture the full essence and citrusy brightness of the real deal, which is a MUST when making Clase Azul margarita.
Lastly, we like to serve this cocktail in a margarita glass with a salted rim. The saltiness of the rim provides an excellent contrast with the taste of tequila and the flavors of lime. Plus, it makes your margarita more aesthetically pleasing!
Be sure to scroll down to the printable recipe card for the complete recipe.
How to Make A Margarita With Clase Azul
Rim the Margarita Glass
Use a lime wedge to moisten the rim of your margarita glass. Then, turn the glass upside down before dipping it on a small plate with kosher salt, or coarse sea salt. Set aside until the drink is ready.
I prefer to wet just a small section of the rim so only a portion of the glass has salt.
Related: How to Salt a Margarita Glass Rim Properly
Step 1
Add the Clase Azul tequila, Cointreau, and fresh lime juice to a cocktail shaker.
Step 2
Add ice and shake well for several seconds.
Step 3
Strain the mixture into the margarita glass with the salted rim. (We forgot to add the ice before pouring in but we prefer to drink our margaritas over ice.)
Step 4 (Optional)
Garnish with lime wheels, edible flowers, and edible gold leaves to give your drink a fancy, elegant touch!
This recipe will give you a citrusy, refreshing, crisp, balanced, aromatic, and totally satisfying margarita. If you’re looking for a high-end margarita to make with a premium tequila, a Clase Azul margarita is for you!
Tips
- If you prefer a sweeter drink, a touch of agave nectar or simple syrup can do the trick.
- Since Clase Azul is an expensive tequila, we suggest using other quality ingredients to create a premium margarita experience.
- We love using our stemless margarita glasses for extra visual appeal. However, feel free to serve this in any margarita glass you have, or even the fanciest one you own for extra flair!
Variations to Try
Frequently Asked Questions
If left unopened, a bottle of Clase Azul (and other tequilas) can have a long, almost indefinite shelf life. However, once opened, it’s best to finish the contents within one year, or you might risk them losing their flavors and aroma over time.
You can store your bottle of Clase Azul tequila on your bar cart for as long as it’s in a cool, dry area away from heat or direct sunlight. The bottle is rather tall so it may be difficult to fit it into a cabinet.
Yes! You can (and should) use the beautiful bottles as home decor or even your own decanter. Try these fun and creative ideas for recycling them!
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Clase Azul Margarita Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Cocktail Shaker
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Clase Azul Tequila
- 1 ounce Cointreau
- 1 ounce lime juice
Instructions
- Rim a margarita glass with salt.
- Add the Clase Azul tequila, Cointreau, and fresh lime juice to a cocktail shaker.
- Add ice and shake for several seconds.
- Strain the mixture into the margarita glass with the salted rim and ice.
- Garnish with lime wheels, edible flowers, and edible gold leaves for a fancy, elegant touch to your drink.
Notes
- If you prefer a sweeter drink, a touch of agave nectar or simple syrup can do the trick.
- Since Clase Azul is an expensive tequila, we suggest using other quality ingredients to create a premium margarita experience.
