As a classic tequila, Margarita and Paloma Thanks to the tequila classics (and their many riffs), other classics have been overlooked. Beyond these mainstays, the world of tequila drinks is vast and worth exploring, from spirits-forward drinks to tropical staples and even a surprising agave-based aperitif. Here are five underrated recipes to get you started.
In the 20th century, there were not one but two cocktails bearing the name “Matador” that featured tequila. The older of the twoDating back to the 1930s and featured in the Café Royal cocktail book, the drink is made with equal parts tequila, orange curacao and dry vermouth. Tequila Matadoron the other hand, Trader Vic’s Bartending Guide A little-known combination of tequila, pineapple, and lime juice that first appeared in the 1970s, these two cocktails are the inspiration for many modern cocktails. Leaning towards the first Manhattan-like structure or Emphasize the second tropical tone.
The Tequila Sunrise is a holdover from the 1970s and a largely forgotten disco drink. But for Ignacio “Nacho” Jimenez, this cocktail doesn’t have to be a joke. In his interpretation, Mezcal Sanlisatakes each element and elevates it to the next level: It adds a splash of bitter orange juice to the orange juice for added acidity and complexity, it substitutes hibiscus habanero syrup for grenadine, and it mixes mezcal with tequila for smokiness.
of Tommy’s Margarita Of course, that’s the most popular version of the margarita. But the Infante, a lesser-known modern classic, is also popular in craft cocktail circles. Made with orgeat and rosewater, the drink was originally invented by Giuseppe Gonzalez in New York and has since become a staple in the cocktail world. Los Angeles To SydneyPushing the boundaries of what’s possible with a margarita.
Mezcal Negroni Though it has skyrocketed in popularity over the past few years, the tequila version of the drink has received less attention. Popularized by Gary “Gaz” Regan, the drink is Rosita The base is made with reposado tequila, with the typical sweet vermouth cut with a half-ounce of dry vermouth, and in the New Orleans Franklin, smoked tequila adds nuance. Bar drinks ideas.
The words “tequila” and “aperitif” are rarely used together in a description of a drink, but that’s what sets Metexa apart. Revived A mix of tequila, quinquina and Swedish punsch, the drink is perfect for “someone who’s tired of margaritas but wants something elegant with a little kick.”
