Did you know that there are many tequila drink options, for different tastes and occasions?
More and more people are discovering the richness of Mexico's drink, and its consumption is growing significantly around the world.
According to a report in the Mexican newspaper El País, the famous drink is distributed to more than 120 countries, at a rate of about 400 liters per minute. That's a lot of tequila traveling around the world!
As the spirit becomes more popular, the culture of enjoying it is also changing. We've already talked about tequila drinking rituals in this post .
Now, it's time for you to learn another way to enjoy the drink:
Discover the recipes for the best tequila drinks and surprise by creating delicious beverages!
Learn a little more about the most famous tequila drinks
If you're looking to surprise yourself with different drinks, tequila drinks are a great option, and you can even try making them, even if you're not a bartender .
There are high-quality tequilas available, made to be enjoyed both neat and with other ingredients. The result of this combination can be magical!
Since there are 5 classes of this distillate, it's worth learning how to use them in drinks.
If you want to know more details about this classification (and other interesting facts!), check out our tequila basics article .
Generally speaking, silver tequila pairs best with more refreshing classic drinks , while aged tequila pairs well with more elaborate cocktails.
Below, we show you the best tequila drink options and their recipes!
Tequila sunrise
This drink is light, refreshing, and beautifully presented. A delicious and super photogenic option, ideal for parties and weddings !
Ingredients
- 2 shots of orange juice
- 1 shot of tequila
- Ice to taste
- ½ dose of blackcurrant
Preparation method
Pour the tequila, orange juice, and ice into a cocktail shaker and shake to combine.
Transfer the mixture from the cocktail shaker to a glass.
Use a spoon to help slowly (and carefully) pour the blackcurrant, which will go straight to the bottom of the glass. The drink will turn two different colors!
Garnish the glass with an orange slice and a cherry and serve.
Margarita
It's impossible not to talk about the margarita when we think of drinks made with tequila .
It's world-famous and even appears in American films, with its unmistakable characteristic of having salt on the rim of the glass. But is this salt really necessary, or is it just another tequila myth ?
Remember, salt isn't just for decoration, you know? It helps balance the flavor of the drink.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 60 ml of tequila
- Ice
- 30 ml of Cointreau
- 30 ml lemon juice
Preparation method
In a cocktail shaker, place all ingredients and shake.
Squeeze a little lemon around the rim of the glass, put salt in a shallow dish, and dip the rim of the glass in the salt.
Transfer the drink to the glass without ice.
Tequila caipirinha
Why not give the classic caipirinha a different twist and replace the cachaça with tequila?
Everyone knows that the Mexican spirit pairs well with lime, so this combination has everything to work and become one of the best tequila drinks!
Ingredients
- 1 lemon cut into 8 pieces
- 1 shot of tequila
- Crystal sugar
- Ice
Preparation Method
In a large glass, add the lime and sugar. Using a caipirinha muddler, muddle well.
Add plenty of ice to the glass and finish by adding the tequila. Stir everything gently.
Submarino - beer with tequila
This drink is extremely simple, but will win over everyone with the engineering behind it - every time we take a sip of the beer, a little tequila is released into the liquid.
The result is an interesting mix of flavors and fun new ways to enjoy tequila drinks!
Ingredients
- 1 shot of tequila
- 1 can of beer
- A shot glass
- A large glass
Preparation method
Serve the tequila in the shot glass.
Turn the large glass upside down and "cover" the shot glass with the tequila inside, until the mouth of the shot glass touches the bottom of the larger glass.
Turn the large glass upside down so that the small glass is at the bottom of the larger one, upside down. Then pour the beer over it.
The tequila will be trapped inside the shot glass and will be released little by little as you sip the beer.
The devil
This tequila drink is sophisticated and distinctive, featuring several ingredients rarely used in traditional Brazilian cocktails. It's worth a try.
Ingredients
- 45 ml of tequila
- 7.5 ml of cassis liqueur
- 30 ml lemon juice
- 30 ml ginger ale
- 1 lemon cut in half
Preparation method
In a tall glass with ice, combine crème de cassis, lime juice, and tequila. Then, top up with ginger ale. Garnish with lime.
White Mexican
A similar option to the famous Irish Coffee, where coffee is mixed with alcohol to create a unique and comforting flavor, perfect for desserts.
Ingredients
- 50 ml of 100% agave gold tequila
- 50 ml of coffee liqueur
- 30 ml milk or cream
Preparation method
In a rocks glass, fill with ice and add all ingredients. Stir gently.
Acapulco
This is one of the tequila drinks that most evokes the Caribbean, beaches, and parties. The recipe uses several types of fruit, creating a refreshing and unique flavor!
Ingredients
- 1/2 shot of tequila
- 1/2 shot of rum
- 1 shot of pineapple juice
- 1 shot of orange juice
- 1 slice of lemon
Preparation method
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and shake well. Pour the drink into a glass and top with ice.
Quetzalli bottled drink
This option is a must for anyone looking for the best tequila drinks.
The great advantage of Quetzalli is that, besides being delicious, you don't need to write down the recipe: it's ready to be enjoyed.
But don't worry, we'll tell you the secrets of this wonderful drink. You'll definitely be drooling by the end of this post!
Quetzalli's formula only uses four ingredients: tequila, passion fruit, lemon and agave syrup, hand-picked to create a balanced and delicious flavor.
The product is like a freshly prepared tequila drink, free from preservatives, colorings or chemical additives.
The drink's most important ingredient, tequila, is imported from Mexico. It has a more neutral flavor profile, but with flavor characteristics derived from blue agave, the plant from which tequila is made. This ensures an excellent pairing with fruit.
That's why the second component of this drink is passion fruit. The combination is perfect, and the fruit's natural pulp guarantees the authentic, tropical flavor of the mix!
The lemon juice, also natural, contrasts with the other flavors. It also further accentuates the drink's citrusy, refreshing flavor.
The last component of Quetzalli is agave syrup, a natural sweetener known for its antioxidant and nutritional value.
It is widely used in mixology because it mixes easily with water, creating a very smooth and pleasant texture for the drinks created.
You're dying to try this delicious treat, aren't you? So, head over to Quetzalli's website and try one of the best tequila drinks ever invented!
Conclusion
Among so many alcoholic beverages used in cocktails, tequila is still little explored.
Since it has so many ideal characteristics for mixing with other ingredients, there's no shortage of delicious tequila drink options!
This is a great way to better explore Mexican spirits and venture into the world of drinks.
Flavia Godoy
Former tour guide passionate about travel, culture, exciting conversations and good drinks!
