The 6 Tequila Cocktails You Have To try This Summer
Happy National Tequila Day!
Tequila is a Mexican spirit made from the agave plant. It has a long history and has been used in many different ways. Today, tequila is most commonly consumed as a shot or in a cocktail.
Whether you’re sipping it neat, on the rocks, or in a Margarita, there’s no doubt that tequila is one of the most popular spirits around. And what better day to enjoy a refreshing cocktail of tequila than on National Tequila Day?
There are many different types of tequila cocktails, each with its own unique flavor. Therefore, in honor of this special day, we’ve put together a list of fun cocktails made with tequila that you may not have known.
Enjoy!
Team Barsys
DO THE SAMBA
Shake it, twirl it, spice it, make it - we’re talking about the drink, of course - though it would work for a little dance too.
Fruity - sweet - tangy - spicy
Ingredients:
- Tequila - 60ml / 2oz
- Lime juice - 22.5ml / 0.75oz
- Mango syrup - 22.5ml / 0.75oz
- Salt - 1 pinch
- Red chili powder - 1 pinch
Glass:
Coupe
Garnish:
Mango slice and Thyme sprig
Method:
Build
Steps:
Add all the ingredients in a mixing glass, add ice mix well
Strain in a chilled coupe glass
Garnish with mango slice and thyme sprig.
COOL AS A CUCUMBER
Yeah we’re talking about that cool suave, the flirty smile and gentle wit. You’ll get all of that and more - promise! Light up the room!
Fresh - cool - hint of spice
Ingredients:
- Tequila - 60ml / 2oz
- Lime juice - 22.5ml / 0.75oz
- Agave syrup - 15ml / 0.5oz
- Cucumber - 3 slice
- Jalapenos - 3 slice
Glass:
Old fashioned
Garnish:
Cucumber and Jalapenos slice
Method:
Shaken
Steps:
Add cucumber, jalapenos slice in a cocktail shaker and muddle lightly then add other ingredients into the cocktail shaker, add ice shake well
Strain in an ice-filled old-fashioned glass
Garnish with cucumber and jalapenos slice.
MEXICAN SUNSET
Imagine watching an orange sun setting over the ocean and the tunes of a mariachi playing - if a drink and do that to you, it’s worth an evening of day dreaming and more.
Vivid - strong - fruit & spice
Ingredients:
- Tequila - 45ml / 1.5oz
- Aperol - 15ml / 0.5oz
- Orange juice - 45ml / 1.5oz
- Lime juice - 22.5ml / 0.75oz
- Orange syrup - 15ml / 0.5oz
Glass:
Coupe
Garnish:
Orange wedge + rosemary(opt)
Method:
Build
Steps:
Add all the ingredients in a mixing glass, add ice mix well
Strain in a chilled coupe glass
Garnish with orange peel.
FERNANDO
A starry night, the moon for a guide, a companion to share the moment and a drink to live by.
Fruity - aromatic
Ingredients:
- Tequila - 60ml / 2oz
- Angostura bitter - 1 dash
- Lime juice - 22.5ml / 0.75oz
- Raspberry syrup - 15ml / 0.5oz
- Orgeat syrup - 15ml / 0.5oz
Glass:
Old fashioned
Garnish:
Mint sprig and Fresh Raspberry
Method:
Shaken
Steps:
Add all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker, add ice shake well
Strain it over crushed ice filled old fashioned glass
Garnish with mint sprig and raspberry.
TEQUILA SUNRISE
Dance through the night and watch the sunrise - a perfect tequila sunrise. Just kidding, what’s perfect is this glass of fizzy goodness
Fizz- well balanced
Ingredients:
- Tequila - 45ml / 1.5oz
- Aperol - 15ml / 0.5oz
- Lime juice - 15ml / 0.5oz
- Grapefruit juice - 45ml / 1.5oz
- Agave syrup - 22.5ml / 0.75oz.
- Soda water - 60ml / 2oz
Glass:
Collins
Garnish:
Grapefruit wheel
Method:
Build
Steps:
Add all the ingredients (except soda water) in a mixing glass, add ice mix well
Strain in an ice filled collins glass, top up with soda water and give a stir
Garnish with grapefruit wheel.
SENORITA
The ruffles, the vibrant colours, the flowers in her hair; oh so mesmerizing. Inspired by the youthful glee
Sweet - tart
Ingredients:
- Tequila - 45ml / 1.5oz
- Orange liqueur - 15ml / 0.5oz
- Lime juice - 15ml / 0.5oz
- Watermelon juice - 30ml / 1oz
- Salt - 1 pinch
Glass:
Old fashioned
Garnish:
Watermelon slice
Method:
Shaken
Steps:
Add all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker, add ice shake well
Strain into an ice filled and salt rimmed old fashioned glass
Garnish with watermelon slice.