15 Amazing Tequila Drink Recipes

If you need a tequila drink recipe then you are in the right spot! If you love that salty citrus flavor of silver tequila then you are in the right spot. If you love the caramel and vanilla flavors of a darker tequila then you are in the right spot, because in this post we are rounding up some of our very favorite tequila cocktails!

Tequila can be a super versatile spirit, you can make a really sweet margarita, a slightly bitter paloma, a spicy mexican mule, or a refreshing Tequila Soda. The days of tequila just being good for shots is over. It is time to enjoy this liquor for all it’s complex flavors and varieties! Although an occasional shot isn’t too bad either!

How is Tequila Made

Tequila is made from the Agave plant and grows mainly in Mexico. It is harvested by a “Jimador” that chops away the 200+ spiky leaves that surround the heart or Pina of the plant. Once the Pina is removed from the ground it is used to made Tequila.

The next steps in making tequila involve cooking, extraction, fermentation, and distillation. One of the final steps is aging, which is where we get the different varieties of Tequila.

Types of Tequila

There are 4 main types of Tequila that are made through the aging process:

• Silver or Blanco – no aging required
• Reposado – aged between 2-12 months
• Anejos – aged between 1-3 years (Extra Anejos – over 3 years)
• Joven or Mezcal – a blend of aged tequila and unaged tequila

Infused Tequila

Tequila is a great liquor to infuse with other flavors – pineapple, orange, jalapeno… Simply pour the tequila into a container that can be capped. Chop the rinds or fruit and place in the tequila making sure that it is all covered by the tequila. Place on the countertop, covered, for a day all the way up to 30 days.

Strain the fruit/rinds/peppers from the tequila and place back in the bottle. Refrigerate after that.

Here are two EXCELLENT infused tequila recipes:

Jalapeno Tequila

The best recipe for homemade jalapeno tequila that has just the right amount of spiciness to give you a little warmth in your cocktail. 

Check out this recipe

Pineapple Tequila

Learn the easiest way to make delicious, naturally sweetened pineapple tequila at home!

Check out this recipe

Drinks Made with Tequila

Wether it is for a happy hour, a night in watching movies, a fun summer party, or a holiday get together, here are some amazing drinks you can make with tequila.

Silver/Blanco Tequila

Tequila Soda

A refreshing and crisp tequila cocktail made with three ingredients: tequila, soda, and lime.

Check out this recipe

Tequila Moscow Mule with Jalapeno

A Mule Cocktail made with tequila and jalapeno- aka Mexican Mule. Tequila, Ginger Beer, Lime, and a little jalapeno make this a refreshing Tequila Cocktail with just a kiss of heat.

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Easy Cranberry Ginger Margarita

This Cranberry Ginger Margarita is a delicious blend of silver tequila, cranberry juice, and ginger beer. It is easy to make and makes an amazing party cocktail.

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Watermelon Margarita

A fresh margarita recipe made with watermelon juice, tequila, triple sec and lime. This is the perfect summer margarita when watermelons are ripe and juicy!

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Orange Rosemary Paloma

This is a unique spin on Mexico’s favorite cocktail, the Paloma! Switch up the classic grapefruit with orange for a refreshing take.

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Coconut Pineapple Margarita

This coconut pineapple margarita is a refreshing summer cocktail! With just 5 ingredients, your friends will be begging for this pineapple margarita recipe.

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Pineapple Jalapeno Margarita

This Pineapple Margarita is flavorfully sweet, made with only 6 ingredient and has a little kick of heat from the jalapeno.

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Anejo & Reposado Tequila

Añejo Tequila on the Rocks

A delicious drink that allows you to enjoy the flavors of Añejo Tequila.

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Anejo Sidecar

A classic sidecar cocktail but made with anejo tequila. It is the perfect cocktail for tequila lovers!

This is a delicious drink that is impressive at parties or after dinner.

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Tequila Sour

A delicious tequila cocktail that is made with reposado or anejo tequila, citrus fruit juice, and an egg white. It is served straight up with an orange peel garnish.

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Blackberry Tequila Smash

A twist on a classic smash cocktail. Delicious tequila cocktail made with smashed blackberries and a little mint, fresh lemon, and of course anejo tequila

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Unique Tequila Drinks

Carrot Margaritas

Carrot Margarita! Yes! These delicious margaritas are incredibly easy to whip up (no juicer, no blender, no boiling), are just sweet enough and so refreshing. The carrot’s sweetness comes through just enough without tasting “too healthy.”

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Maíz Tierno Margarita (Sweet Corn Margarita)

Lightly sweetened and delightfully creamy, this Sweet Corn Margarita, flavored with cilantro and agave, is the stuff of summer dreams.

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Cheers!! I hope you enjoy some of these tequila recipes!