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Paloma
Paloma
When the sun is bright and the air is hot, you need a drink that is going to satisfy your thirst. The Paloma is that drink. A very cool, refreshing cocktail that has smooth 100 per cent Pure Agave tequila, a blend of citrus juices of lime and grapefruit, topped with a splash of fizz.
Ingredients
2 oz. Hornitos Reposado Tequila
1/2 oz. fresh lime juice or half a lime
2 oz. grapefruit juice
Pinch of salt
Top with soda
Salt rim (optional)
Method
Moisten the rim of a glass with a slice of lime. Roll rim in a plate of salt, add ice and squeeze half a lime over the ice. Leave the lime shell in the drink and add a pinch of salt, the grapefruit juice and top with soda. Stir to mix all the ingredients well.
Tips
The traditional Paloma uses a grapefruit soda brand called Squirt. You can use a grapefruit soda as a substitute for the fresh grapefruit juice and soda.
It is not uncommon to find a restaurant in Mexico where they will have a bottle of tequila at your table, some glasses with ice, a bowl of salt, limes, and a bottle of Squirt Grapefruit soda to share among your friends.
I like rimming just half the glass rim with salt. That way, you or your guests have the option to drink with the salt or without.
Paloma
Paloma
When the sun is bright and the air is hot, you need a drink that is going to satisfy your thirst. The Paloma is that drink. A very cool, refreshing cocktail that has smooth 100 per cent Pure Agave tequila, a blend of citrus juices of lime and grapefruit, topped with a splash of fizz.
Ingredients
2 oz Hornitos Reposado Tequila
1/2 oz fresh lime juice or half a lime
2 oz Grapefruit juice
Pinch of salt
Top with soda
Salt rim (optional)
Method
Moisten the rim of a glass with a slice of lime. Roll rim in a plate of salt, add ice and squeeze half a lime over the ice. Leave the lime shell in the drink and add a pinch of salt, the grapefruit juice and top with soda. Stir to mix all the ingredients well.
Tips
The traditional Paloma uses a grapefruit soda brand called Squirt. You can use a grapefruit soda as a substitute for the fresh grapefruit juice and soda.
It is not uncommon to find a restaurant in Mexico where they will have a bottle of tequila at your table, some glasses with ice, a bowl of salt, limes, and a bottle of Squirt Grapefruit soda to share among your friends.
I like rimming just half the glass rim with salt. That way, you or your guests have the option to drink with the salt or without.
Floridita Margarita
Floridita Margarita
A favourite for the season is of course the classic tequila cocktail, the Margarita. This ensemble creates a wonderful twist using a multiple of flavours, juicy grapefruit, light cranberry, sour lime, sweet sugar, orange and a kick of tequila. It does require many ingredients but the end result is worth the effort. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
1 1/2 oz. Hornitos Reposado Tequila
1/2 oz. Triple Sec
1/2 oz. Cranberry Juice
11/2 oz. Grapefruit Juice
3/4 oz. Lime Juice
1/2 oz. Simple Syrup
Method:
Pour all ingredients into a shaker and shake with ice. Strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a lime wedge.
Tips:
The key to this drink is the balance of sweet and sour. Each ingredient balances out each other. If you know you like something a tad more sour, increase the amount of grapefruit and lime. If you are in favour of sweet drinks, simply add more simple syrup and cranberry.
To make simple syrup, combine equal parts water and sugar.
Adding a salt rim to this margarita is up to you.
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Tequila Smash
Tequila Smash
Time for a change. A new season, warmer days, brighter drinks. This has inspired me to share this cocktail with you today. The Tequila Smash is simple and fun to make. Our base is formed from fresh fruit flavours of ripe strawberries and citrus orange mixed with tequila, which is made with 100 per cent Agave and has a subtle hint of oak, forming a very smooth fruity cocktail. Re-awaken your senses to prepare for the warmer days ahead. Cheers!
Ingredients
2 oz. Hornitos Reposado Tequila
2 strawberries cut in half
1/2 an orange cut into wedges
7Up (optional)
Garnish with a strawberry and orange peel.
Method: In a shaker glass, place fresh fruit and use a muddle to press (smash) the juices out. Pour in Hornitos Reposado Tequila and add ice. Shake vigorously and pour into a glass. Place garnish and straw. Enjoy!
Tips: Tequila mixes beautifully with fresh fruits like these. You can use other fruit flavours instead of the orange and strawberry very easily. Try pineapple, ruby red grapefruit, or peach.
The option of adding 7Up is there if you would like to extend the flavours by adding more liquid as well as adding a little fizz.
