Gilded Palisade is a refined Champagne Margarita that balances crisp tequila, bright citrus, and fine bubbles with a clean, dry finish. Instead of leaning sweet or mimosa-adjacent, this cocktail is structured and elegant — tequila-forward with lift from Champagne and polish from LAVA Margarita Mix. It’s celebratory without being loud, making it ideal for brunch service, receptions, or an elevated cocktail hour.
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Gilded Palisade
An elegant Champagne Margarita made with tequila, LAVA Margarita Mix, and brut Champagne.
- Total Time: 3
- Yield: 1
Ingredients
• 1.75 oz blanco tequila
• 1 oz LAVA Margarita Mix
• 0.25 oz LAVA Agave Nectar
• 2.5–3 oz brut Champagne or dry sparkling wine
• Garnish: expressed lime peel or thin lime wheel
• Ice: shaken, then topped
Instructions
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Add tequila, LAVA Margarita Mix, and LAVA Agave Nectar to a shaker.
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Add ice and shake briefly until chilled.
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Strain into a chilled coupe or flute.
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Gently top with Champagne.
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Garnish with an expressed lime peel or a thin lime wheel.
Notes
• Use brut or extra-brut Champagne to keep the drink crisp and balanced.
• Avoid prosecco if possible — Champagne or dry cava works best.
• For a softer profile, reduce tequila to 1.5 oz and increase Champagne slightly.
• Approx 165–195 calories depending Champagne used.
- Prep Time: 3
- Method: Shake and top
