A classic staple, the simplicity of combining El Tesoro Blanco with agave syrup and lime, brings out the herbal notes of the tequila. Stir the crushed ice continually to keep the cocktail chilled.
Ingredients
2 parts El Tesoro Blanco tequila
¾ part fresh lime juice
¾ part agave syrup (2 parts agave nectar, 1 part water)
Lime Wheel for garnish
For the spice rim: pinch of crushed kosher salt, pinch of ancho chili flakes and lime zest
Tools
Lowball glass
Ice cube tray
Shaker
Hawthorne strainer
How to Mix
Mix salt, ancho chili and lime zest to create a spice mix
Use a lime wedge to lightly moisten half of the glass rim
Gently roll one side of the glass in the mixture
Mix all the ingredients in a Boston shaker filled with ice, then shake vigorously
Double strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice (preferably crushed ice)
Heat and passion blended. When the sweetness of agave is combined with the heat of chili pepper, the result immediately appeals to the palate. These serrano peppers from Puebla are slightly hotter than jalapeños, but they add a hint of excitement to the passionfruit puree and lime juice. Chili pepper always works with Reposado, bringing out the earthy, peppery notes of the tequila.
Fresh as mint with a traditional twist. This cocktail provides a Mexican twist on the French classic by using the traditional crémant wine and aloe vera liqueur. The aloe plant is very similar to the agave, making for a truly refreshing Collins.
This is a cocktail with true depth, like its namesake. The color comes from the tamarind puree, and the mild bitterness is typical of the fruit the puree is made from. Adding layers of flavor with lime and orange accentuates the complexity of the Reposado.