This summer, elevate your gatherings with 10 must-try tequila cocktails! From the classic Margarita to the zesty Paloma, each drink offers a unique twist on the beloved spirit. Refresh with a Tequila Sunrise or spice it up with a Tequila Bloody Mary. Cheers to summer fun!
Margarita
This easy classic cocktail recipe for the Margarita brings summer to any party! With a side of chips and salsa, it’s really the perfect summer cocktail. For a super simple cocktail, like the Margarita, you have loads of choices. Salt or no salt, 100% agave or mixto tequila, Triple Sec, Cointreau or Grand Marnier, sugar syrup or agave? Every margarita tells a different story and it’s up to you to write it.
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Tequila Mule
The Tequila Mule takes the classic Moscow Mule and brings it down south. Replace the vodka with tequila and you have one delicious cocktail for tequila lovers! You might have heard of the traditional Moscow Mule, and all the other types of mules inspired by this traditional recipe. Tequila Mule (also known as a Mexican Moscow Mule) is one of the most delicious tequila drinks made from ginger beer, orange liqueur, and tequila and served in the familiar copper cups.
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Tequila Sunrise
A Tequila Sunrise is a layered cocktail featuring tequila, orange juice, and grenadine. The drink is typically built in a tall glass over ice, with tequila and orange juice poured first, followed by a slow pour of grenadine that sinks to create a sunrise effect. It’s garnished with an orange slice and cherry – good morning!
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Cadillac Margarita
The Cadillac Margarita is a premium variation of the classic margarita. It features tequila, typically reposado or añejo, with Grand Marnier or Cointreau, and fresh lime juice. This elevated cocktail offers a smoother, richer flavor profile compared to the traditional margarita.
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Tequila Negroni
Originally launched in the US to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the year Don Julio González began perfecting the art of tequila making, Don Julio 70 combines traditional Añejo flavours that result from 18 months of barrel aging with the fresh agave flavour and silver colour expected from an unaged Blanco tequila. Here they’ve used it to create a variation on the Negroni.
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Texas Margarita
The traditional Margarita is a widely popular drink. Since it was invented, this classic cocktail has been turned and twisted with thousands of variations. One such variant is the Texas Margarita. Now the origin of Texas Margarita is unknown and we are also not sure why it is called so. However, the one thing we are sure about is the fact that the addition of orange juice makes it an utterly delicious cocktail and perfect for those hot summer nights.
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Sparkling Paloma
Instead of the normal Paloma, let yours sparkle! I use Fever-Tree Sparkling Grapefruit, but use any and enjoy that bubbly twist on a classic favorite.
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Long Island Iced Tea
The Long Island Iced Tea combines multiple spirits (typically vodka, rum, gin, triple sec, and TEQUILA!) with a splash of cola and sour mix. It’s served in a tall glass over ice, often garnished with a lemon wedge. Despite its name, it contains no tea!
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Cucumber Margarita
This cocktail combines tequila, fresh cucumber, lime juice, and jalapeño with a touch of sweetness. The drink balances the cool cucumber, zesty lime, spicy kick, and smooth tequila – all in one glass! Perfect for summer!
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Tequila Bloody Maria
Mix up a Código Tequila Bloody Maria with our recipe, combining tequila, tomato juice, spices, and garnishes for a spicy twist on a classic cocktail. The tequila gives it an earthiness that makes it perfect for brunch!
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