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Cocktail Bars in Austin

It may be known for its live music, but did you know there are hundreds of Cocktail Bars in Austin? If you are feeling overwhelmed – start with the Iron Cactus! A local favorite since 1996 and located in the heart of Downtown Austin.

Named one of the top 10 tequila bars in the country, Iron Cactus offers over 100 premium tequilas on its menu. From silver tequila to añejo tequila, cristalino and we even have mezcal! Enjoy your favorite tequila in a flight, a hand-crafted cocktail or mixed into one of our famous margaritas.

Not sure where to start? Choose from one of over 20 tequila cocktails on the menu, including our specialty Cactus Exclusive drinks. A favorite is our Iron Cactus Double Barrel margarita made with Herradura Double Barrel Reposado, Cointreau, fresh lime and agave. Or try our newest Cactus Exclusive drink made with Cristalino tequila! The Cristanlino Barrel Reserve features Maestro Dobel Barrel Reserve, Cointreau, fresh lime and agave.

If Tequila is not your liquor of choice – we also have you covered. Our signature cocktails feature a variety of vodka, bourbon, rum and whiskey liquor. There is truly something for everyone at Iron Cactus!

When the weather heats up, a frozen cocktail is always welcome! Enjoy an Original Margarita as it comes or make it your own with a custom swirl or top off! For only $2 extra you can swirl your frozen margarita with strawberry, mango, prickly pear or peach. Then you can top it off with Cointreau, Magdala Orange Liqueur or Chambord for an extra $3. For your non-tequila lovers, we also offer a frozen Piña Colada or Frośe.

The next time you are looking for Cocktail Bars in Austin, make sure you plan to visit the Iron Cactus. Our bar is open daily until 11pm. We also offer great Happy Hour deals on weekdays from 3PM-6PM!

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Margaritas

Margaritas were made for summer and Iron Cactus was made for margaritas! Enjoy your margarita on the rocks or try it frozen on a sunny day! With over 100 types of tequila on hand, we have something for everyone.

If you are not sure where to start, look to one the Cactus Exclusive margaritas handcrafted by highly trained bartenders. By and large the Iron Cactus Double Barrel is always a popular choice! It features Herradura Double Barrel Reposado tequila, Cointreau, fresh lime, and agave. Or try our newest exclusive drink – the Cristalino Barrel Reserve. It features Maestro Dobel Barrel Reserve, Cointreau, fresh lime and agave.

Want a spin on a traditional margarita? To that end, try our Mezcal Margarita, made with Palomo Joven, Naranja Orange Liqueur, fresh lime, and agave. You can also create your own margarita from any of the over 100 types of tequila offered! Start with your favorite tequila or mezcal and add your choice of Cointreau, Naranja Orange Liqueur or Gran Gala.

At any rate, if frosty drinks are more you speed –  we have those as well! Enjoy an original frozen margarita made with Torado Silver tequila and triple sec. Looking to cut calories? Try a top shelf skinny made with Tromba Blanco, sugar free triple sec, fresh lime and agave.

Take your frozen drink a step further by customizing it! For $2, add a swirl of strawberry, mango, peach or prickly pear. What’s more, you can even top off your frozen margarita with Cointreau, Magdala Orange Liqueur or Chambord for just $3. Check out the full drink menu here.

Even better? If you stop by during happy hour on weekdays from 3PM-6PM, you can sip on our house margaritas at a discounted price! No matter what you choose, in any event you will be sure to have a good time at Iron Cactus. It is no wonder that Iron Cactus is known for its margaritas in Austin and San Antonio.

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Best Margaritas

Texas is famous for its Mexican food and its love of margaritas! When you want the best margaritas near me, start at the Iron Cactus Mexican Grill & Margarita Bar. Not only are they one of the top tequila bars in the country, but they have over 100 types of tequila on hand. You will find everything from silver tequila to reposado, añejo and even cristalino and mezcal!

If you are not sure where to start, look to one the Cactus Exclusive margaritas handcrafted by highly trained bartenders. The Iron Cactus Double Barrel features Herradura Double Barrel Reposado tequila, Cointreau, fresh lime, and agave – it is so refreshing! There is also the Tromba Barrel Select, the San Antonio exclusive Cantarito and the NEW Cristalino Barrel Reserve.

A frozen margarita on a sunny day is always a fan favorite. Enjoy an original frozen margarita, a top shelf skinny or customize your drink with a swirl of strawberry, mango, peach or prickly pear! You can even top off your frozen margarita with Cointreau, Magdala Orange Liqueur or Chambord for a truly customized drink! Even better, enjoy our house frozen margarita at a discounted price during happy hour weekdays from 3PM-6PM.

Want a spin on a traditional margarita? Try our Mezcal Margarita, made with Palomo Joven, Naranja Orange Liqueur, fresh lime, and agave. You can also create your own margarita from any of the over 100 types of tequila offered! Start with your favorite tequila or mezcal and add your choice of Cointreau, Naranja Orange Liqueur or Gran Gala.

We also feature numerous other signature cocktails, wine, and beer if tequila is not your favorite. No matter what you choose, you will be sure to have a good time at Iron Cactus. It is no wonder that Iron Cactus is known for offering the best margaritas near me in Austin and San Antonio.

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Margaritas on the San Antonio River Walk

This summer, sip refreshing margaritas on the San Antonio River Walk. It’s the perfect season to enjoy delicious frozen drinks, and Iron Cactus offers the best in town. There’s a reason we’ve been named one of the top 10 tequila bars in the country.  

With a dazzling array of flavors and high-quality tequila, Iron Cactus offers something for everyone. We’ve even added a new Piña Coladaflavor just in time for the hottest months of the year. Made from Don Q Gold Rum, pineapple, and coconut, it’s a yummy twist on the classic favorite. In fact, we completely revamped our drink menu, adding brand new tequilas to our stacked selection. For an additional $2.50, you can create a margarita from any on the list, complete with your choice of Naranja Orange Liqueur, Gran Gala, or Cointreau. 

 Our frozen cocktails are a splash of summer fun! As an added bonus, you can swirl your margarita with four different flavors (strawberry, mango, prickly pear, or peach) for only $2 extra. Plus, you have the option of topping a drink off with an additional kick of Cointreau, Chambord, or Magdala Orange Liqueur for $3 more.  

Not only do we provide amazing margaritas, but we also have gorgeous views of the scenery from our shaded patio. Beat the heat and take a break from the sun by visiting us. You won’t have to leave the beautiful River Walk behind, and you can still cool down. Stop by Iron Cactus for your new favorite margaritas on the San Antonio River Walk.