The AUTUMN WIND is a two-layered Mai Tai variation whose bottom layer combines tequila, falernum and lime juice while black strap rum provides the top-layer floater. Black strap rum provides depth and a rich molasses flavor. The equal parts in...
A fall variation of the ever-popular margarita is the APPLE CIDER MARGARITA. This delicious recipe indulges our autumn appreciation of cider with the accompaniment of cinnamon, tequila and lemon juice. Requirements: silver tequila, apple cider, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, salt,...
Bitters / Daily Mix / Grenadine / Tequila / Mezcal
by Keet · Published October 1, 2024 · Last modified September 30, 2024
The MEXICAN FIRING SQUAD is a delicious silver tequila cocktail for warm or cool weather. The traditional lime-and-tequila combo is embellished with the sweetness of grenadine and the bitters of Angostura. This is a great cocktail for enjoying a quality,...
Aperol/Campari/Cynar / Daily Mix / Grapefruit Juice / Tequila / Mezcal
by Keet · Published June 11, 2024
The SIESTA is a Campari and tequila mix that presents a sweet citrusy tartness more likely to refresh than put you to sleep. The name is more likely given as a nod to Mexico and tequila. The standout flavors are...
Cointreau (orange liqueur) / Daily Mix / Fizzy Friday / Tequila / Mezcal
by Keet · Published May 25, 2024 · Last modified May 24, 2024
For some reason, beer & margarita go together well, side by side. So, it’s no surprise that the LAGERITA combines both into one single drink. It’s delicious and refreshing, and perfect to celebrate during the Memorial Day weekend or to...
The tequila version of a Black Russian is the BRAVE BULL. Silver blanco tequila and coffee liqueur (Kahlua preferred) compliment each other as if it was always meant to be. With only two ingredients and no bar tools necessary, this...
Cointreau (orange liqueur) / Daily Mix / Tequila / Mezcal
by Keet · Published July 26, 2023 · Last modified July 29, 2024
The idea of the CADILLAC MARGARITA is to upgrade the margarita to more upper-shelf ingredients. Most margaritas use silver tequila, aged at 0-2 months and sometimes considered harsh. The Cadillac Margarita uses Reposado tequila (gold) which is aged between 2-12...
Cointreau (orange liqueur) / Daily Mix / Fizzy Friday / Tequila / Mezcal
by Keet · Published May 4, 2023 · Last modified May 23, 2024
For some reason, beer & margarita go together well, side by side. So, it’s no surprise that the LAGERITA combines both into one single drink. It’s delicious and refreshing, and perfect to celebrate Cinco de Mayo or to refresh on...
Bitters / Daily Mix / Martini Monday / Tequila / Mezcal / Vermouth (sweet & dry)
by Keet · Published March 28, 2023
The Mexican version of a martini is the TEQUINI, a tequila martini. It parallels the typical vodka or gin martini by using dry vermouth, but adds orange bitters for an extra accent. It also substitutes black olives for the more...
The ITALIAN MARGARITA substitutes amaretto and orange juice for the regular margarita’s orange liqueur. Amaretto gives it a sweet nutty edge and eliminates the need for simple syrup or agave. Lime juice, with an optional lemon juice squeeze, is the...
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