Spicy Paloma
This spicy, effervescent cocktail balances sweetness and citrus with Espolòn Blanco Tequila for a well-rounded sip that’s perfect for a sunny spring day.Ingredients
Serves 1
2 oz (60 ml) Espolòn Blanco Tequila
1 oz (30 ml) fresh grapefruit juice
½ oz (15 ml) fresh lime juice
½ oz (15 ml) Jalapeño Syrup*
2 oz (60 ml) soda water
½ grapefruit wheel and 2 slices jalapeño pepper, for garnish
Instructions
- In a short glass, combine blanco tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, Jalapeño Syrup and soda water. Fill with ice and stir to incorporate. Place ½ grapefruit wheel into glass, then place jalapeño slices on top of grapefruit and serve.
- *To make Jalapeño Syrup, in a saucepan over high heat, bring 1:1 ratio of granulated sugar and water to a boil. Add sliced jalapeño peppers at half the volume as sugar, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, strain through a fine-mesh strainer and allow to cool in refrigerator before using.
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Devil's Margarita
This version of a classic lime margarita incorporates a red wine float for a striking visual element and a unique marriage of aromatics and flavours. Make this cocktail with Henkes Triple Sec, Casamigos Blanco Tequila and Mascota Eccentric Cabernet Sauvignon.Ingredients
Serves 1
1½ oz (45 ml) Casamigos Blanco Tequila
½ oz (15 ml) Henkes Triple Sec
¾ oz (22 ml) Simple Syrup*
¾ oz (22 ml) fresh lime juice
2 oz (60 ml) Eccentric Cabernet Sauvignon
1 large lime wedge, cut into 4 equal pieces and skewered, for garnish
1 Thai (bird’s eye) chili, for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, triple sec, Simple Syrup and lime juice. Fill with ice and shake for 10 seconds. Fine strain into a short glass filled with fresh ice. For red wine float, gently rest head of a bar spoon on top of ice, then slowly and carefully pour wine onto bar spoon to layer it nicely into drink. Place lime skewer and chili on glass and serve.
- * 1:1 ratio of granulated sugar dissolved in boiling water. Allow to cool before using.
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Strawberry Margarita
Licor 43 and fresh strawberry syrup give this margarita a beautiful, round flavour profile. The Tajín rim adds a zesty kick and ties the whole drink together. For best results, make this cocktail with Espolòn Tequila Blanco, Aperol Aperitivo and Licor 43 Liqueur.Ingredients
Serves 1
1 lime wedge, for rim
Tajín seasoning, for rim
1 oz (30 ml) Espolòn Blanco Tequila
½ oz (15 ml) Aperol Aperitivo
½ oz (15 ml) Licor 43 Liqueur
¾ oz (22 ml) fresh lime juice
¾ oz (22 ml) Strawberry Syrup*
½ oz (15 ml) egg whites
4 drops green strawberry bitters (optional)
1 dehydrated lime wheel
Instructions
- With lime wedge, moisten half the rim of an old-fashioned glass. Shake off excess juice, then roll moistened rim in Tajín and set glass aside. In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, Aperol, Licor 43, lime juice, Strawberry Syrup, egg whites and bitters (if using). Fill with ice and shake for 10 seconds. Fine strain into prepared glass over fresh ice. Add lime wheel on top and serve. * To make Strawberry Syrup, in a saucepan over high heat, bring a 1:1 ratio of granulated sugar and water to a boil. Add quartered strawberries in same volume as sugar, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, strain through a fine mesh strainer and let cool in refrigerator before using.
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Grimhilde’s Apple
A smoky, spiced cider fit for fairy tales. With maple, mezcal and warming fall spices, this brew evokes forest spells, simmering cauldrons and the crisp bite of a poison green apple. Use Los Siete Misterios Doba-Yej Mezcal to create this cocktail.Ingredients
Serves 12
4 sticks cinnamon
⅛ tsp (a pinch) ground cloves
8 whole allspice
1 orange, peel only
1 lemon, peel only
½ cup (125 ml) maple syrup
6 cups (1.5 L) apple cider or fresh apple juice
12 oz (375 ml) Los Siete Misterios mezcal
green apple slices and orange twists, for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice and orange and lemon peels. Pour in maple syrup and apple cider, then bring to almost a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, then remove from heat. Ladle into mugs, add 1 oz (30 ml) mezcal per serving and garnish with apple slices and orange twists.
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Dolce Tarde
The perfect couples cocktail to enjoy over a lazy weekend catch-up. This juicier version of a margarita makes for a wonderful drink over a long conversation and your favourite tacos. Recommended ingredients: Hornitos Black Barrel Tequila and Amaretto.Ingredients
Serves 2
3 oz (90 ml) Hornitos Black Barrel Añejo Tequila
1 oz (30 ml) Disaronno Amaretto
3 oz (90 ml) fresh orange juice
1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice
1 oz (30 ml) Simple Syrup*
2 dashes chocolate bitters
2 orange wheels, for garnish
2 lime wheels, for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, amaretto, orange juice, lime juice, Simple Syrup and chocolate bitters. Add ice and shake for 10 seconds. Pour into 2 old-fashioned glasses, add fresh ice and garnish with orange and lime wheels.
- * 1:1 ratio of granulated sugar dissolved in boiling water. Allow to cool before using.
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Passionate Eye
Bittersweet liqueur and tropical notes elevate this spin on the classic margarita. Just one sip will bring you back to warm sunsets on the beach. Passionate Eye cocktail features Gran Centenario tequila and Campari.Ingredients
Serves 2
3 oz (90 ml) Gran Centenario Plata Tequila
1 oz (30 ml) Campari
4 oz (120 ml) passion fruit juice
1 oz (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
½ oz (15 ml) Simple Syrup*
fresh raspberries, for garnish
fresh mint sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, Campari, passion fruit juice, lemon juice and Simple Syrup. Add ice and shake for 10 seconds. Pour into 2 old-fashioned glasses, add fresh ice and garnish with raspberries and mint.
- * 1:1 ratio of granulated sugar dissolved in boiling water. Allow to cool before using.
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Pineapple & Jalapeño Margarita
The spicy margarita just got a glow-up from the addition of pineapple juice. This bright and peppery combination is perfect for the hot summer days ahead. This cocktail features Espolon Blanco Tequila and Triple Sec.Ingredients
Serves 1
lime wedge, for rim
Tajín seasoning, for rim and pineapple wedge
2 pineapple wedges, for garnish
4 to 6 slices jalapeño, plus 2 for garnish
3 oz (90 ml) Espolòn Blanco Tequila
1 oz (30 ml) Meaghers Triple Sec
4 oz (120 ml) pineapple juice
1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice
½ oz (15 ml) agave nectar
Instructions
- With lime wedge, moisten rim of 2 old-fashioned glasses and dip into Tajín. Dust pineapple wedges with Tajín and set aside. In a cocktail shaker, muddle jalapeño slices (the more you use, the spicier the drink will be). Add tequila, triple sec, pineapple juice, lime juice and agave nectar, fill with ice and shake for 10 seconds. Fine strain into old-fashioned glasses over fresh ice. Garnish each with a Tajín dusted pineapple wedge and jalapeño slice.
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Classic Margarita
Margaritas are simple to make. Fresh-squeezed lime is key for beautiful balance. El Tequileno Reposado and Cointreau are recommended ingredients.Ingredients
Serves 1
kosher salt, for rim
lime wedge or water, for rim
1½ oz (45 ml) El Tequileño Reposado Tequila
½ oz (15 ml) Cointreau
1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice
¼ oz (7.5 ml) agave syrup
Instructions
- Sprinkle some salt on a small plate. Using a lime wedge or water, moisten rim of one side of an old-fashioned glass and dip rim in salt. Fill a cocktail shaker with cubed ice and add tequila, Cointreau, lime juice and agave syrup. Shake vigorously for about 5 seconds, then pour into rimmed glass.
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Citrus Serenade
Fresh grapefruit adds brightness to the classic paloma, while Tajín adds a little spice you didn’t know you needed.Ingredients
Serves 1
Tajín, for rim
lime wedge, for rim (optional)
1½ oz (45 ml) Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila
½ oz (15 ml) fresh grapefruit juice
⅓ oz (10 ml) fresh lime juice
grapefruit soda, to top
½ grapefruit wheel, for garnish
1 lime wheel, for garnish
Instructions
- Sprinkle some Tajín on a small plate. Using lime wedge or water, moisten rim of a Collins glass and dip rim into Tajín. Add ice to glass and gently pour in tequila, grapefruit juice and lime juice. Top with grapefruit soda and use a straw to gently combine. Garnish with grapefruit and lime wheels.
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Green Goodness Sour
Combining components of a sour cocktail with chilies and fresh garden herbs, this is a spicy, earthy take on a classic.Ingredients
Serves
3 slices jalapeño pepper, plus 1 slice for garnish
1 sprig fresh rosemary, plus 1 sprig for garnish
1 egg white
1½ oz (45 ml) El Jimador Blanco Tequila
½ oz (15 ml) fresh lime juice
½ oz (15 ml) Simple Syrup*
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle jalapeños and rosemary. Add egg white, tequila, lime juice and Simple Syrup and dry shake. Add ice and shake for 5 to 7 seconds. Strain into an old-fashioned glass over fresh ice. Garnish with jalapeño slice and rosemary sprig.
- * 1:1 ratio of granulated sugar dissolved in boiling water. Allow to cool before using.