Tequila Cocktails

Tequila is the most misunderstood major spirit. Good tequila is sipped neat. Great tequila anchors cocktails that can rival any whiskey drink for complexity. This collection runs from margarita country (lots of variations) through the elegant Paloma, the sunrise-beautiful Tequila Sunrise, and a few pours you can serve at a serious cocktail bar.

Inside: Margarita (every variation, see also dedicated page), Paloma (tequila, grapefruit soda, lime, salt rim), Tequila Sunrise (tequila, orange juice, grenadine), Ranch Water (tequila, lime, Topo Chico), Tommy’s Margarita, El Diablo (tequila, crème de cassis, ginger beer, lime), Bloody Maria, Mexican Mule, and Tequila Old Fashioned.

Tequila Styles

Blanco / Plata / Silver: unaged or briefly rested. Bright, agave-forward. Margaritas, Palomas.

Reposado: 2-12 months oak-aged. Gold colour, softer. Top-shelf margaritas and Old Fashioneds.

Añejo: 1-3 years oak. Deep gold, whiskey-like. Sip neat or in Old Fashioneds.

Extra Añejo: 3+ years. Luxury sipping. Don’t mix into a margarita.

Mezcal: tequila’s smoky cousin. Different plant, different process. Mezcal Old Fashioned, Mezcal Negroni.