A Bartender’s Personal Twist on the Margarita
Watch bartender Joey Smith mix up his spin on the classic Margarita calling for Espolòn® Blanco Tequila, triple sec and spicy chamomile honey.
Courtesy Joey Smith
Thank you Espolòn® for partnering with Half Full on the Bartenders At Home cocktail video series.
When would you serve this drink? “This cocktail is great after dinner. I would enjoy it swinging in a hammock watching the sunset.”
What music would you pair it with? “The Grateful Dead’s Cornell 5/8/77.”
What food would you pair it with? “Homemade pineapple carnitas tacos with mango salsa.”
Name the person (dead or alive) you’d like to make this cocktail for. “I would love to make this cocktail for my Mom. Always make cocktails for your mom.”
By Joey Smith
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INGREDIENTS
- 2 parts Espolòn® Blanco Tequila (Order on Drizly)
- .5 part Triple sec
- .75 part Lemon juice
- .75 part Spicy Chamomile Honey*
- Glass: Double rocks
- Garnish: Lemon wheel
DIRECTIONS
Add all of the ingredients to a shaker and fill with cubes of frozen chamomile tea. Shake, and strain into a double rocks glass filled with fresh chamomile ice cubes. Garnish with a lemon wheel.
Brew a strong pot of chamomile tea. Whisk together 100g honey and 100g hot chamomile tea. Add one diced jalapeño and let steep to your desired spice level. Strain into a clean bottle.
You can find more Bartenders At Home cocktail tutorials here!
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