She Strengthens

Summer’s Perfect Blend: A Refreshing Tequila Cocktail

When the sun shines bright, our taste buds crave something cool and revitalizing. That’s why we’ve crafted a unique drink that combines the best of summer’s favorite cocktails – the Mojito and the Margarita.

Aged Tequila: The Foundation of Flavor

We start with aged tequila as the base spirit, giving our drink a rich, velvety texture and a hint of oakiness. This depth of flavor sets the tone for the rest of the ingredients.

Balancing Act: Sweetness and Tartness

To balance out the boldness of the tequila, we add a touch of sweetness with falernum, a clove- and lime-infused liqueur often used in rum cocktails. A squeeze of freshly squeezed lime juice provides a tart contrast, cutting through the richness of the drink.

Fresh Mint: The Perfect Garnish

A sprig of fresh mint adds a bright, refreshing note to the drink, while also providing a fragrant aroma. To release the oils from the mint leaves, simply smack them gently between your palms before adding them to the shaker.

Shake, Strain, and Serve

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add the tequila, lime juice, falernum, and mint leaves, and shake vigorously until the outside is frosty. Strain the mixture into a chilled collins glass filled with ice, top with sparkling water, and stir gently to combine.

Tips and Variations

If you can’t find John D. Taylor’s Velvet Falernum, try making your own or substituting with a similar liqueur. If you prefer a different type of tequila, feel free to experiment – just be sure to keep the falernum, as it adds a unique spicy flavor to the drink.

Yield and Prep Time

Yield: 1 drink
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: Under 5 minutes
Active Time: Under 5 minutes

Ingredients

• Ice
• 2 ounces añejo tequila
• 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1/2 ounce John D. Taylor’s Velvet Falernum
• 3 fresh mint sprigs
• 1 1/2 ounces sparkling water, chilled