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Mexican Firing Squad Tequila cocktail in a rocks glass
Tequila

Mexican Firing Squad

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~4 min
1 serving
rocks glass

Ingredients

  • 1.5oz (45 ml) Tequila
  • 0.75oz (22½ ml) Lime Juice
  • 0.5oz (15 ml) Grenadine
  • 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
Servings:
1

Select an ingredient to see substitution options:

  • MezcalPartial match

    Smoky agave. Try a 50 50 split with tequila for balance.

  • Lemon JuiceClose match

    Slightly softer acidity.

  • Grapefruit JuicePartial match

    Bigger citrus hit. Use slightly less.

  • Aromatic BittersClose match

    Any aromatic bitters works.

  • Peychaud's BittersPartial match

    More floral and anise driven.

Garnish: lime wedge

Instructions

Shake with ice. Strain over ice in rocks glass. Garnish with lime wedge.

Barkeep's Notes

Spicy, tart, and not messing around.

Estimated: ~135 cal|~16.7% ABV

Estimates are approximate and for informational purposes only. Not intended as medical or dietary advice.

Please drink responsibly. Must be of legal drinking age to consume alcohol.

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