Forget everything you know about martinis because the tequila martini is here to shake up tradition with a spirited twist.
Swapping out classic gin or vodka for tequila, this inventive cocktail brings a bold, modern flair to the world of martinis.
The tequila base adds a subtle smokiness and vibrant agave notes, making each sip both familiar and refreshingly new.
Whether you enjoy it crisp and clean or with a citrusy kick, a tequila martini is the ideal choice for adventurous cocktail lovers eager to elevate their next happy hour.
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Ingredients
- 44ml tequila
- 15ml aperitif wine
- 7.5ml gin
- 3 dashes Moroccan bitters
- Hand-stuffed Nopalito and Cotija cheese olives
Method
- Garnish with hand-stuffed Nopalito and Cotija cheese olives.
- Add all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice.
- Stir thoroughly.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass.
Director’s Martini
Swapping out classic gin or vodka for tequila, this inventive cocktail brings a bold, modern flair to the world of martinis.
The tequila base adds a subtle smokiness and vibrant agave notes, making each sip both familiar and refreshingly new.
Whether you enjoy it crisp and clean or with a citrusy kick, a tequila martini is the ideal choice for adventurous cocktail lovers eager to elevate their next happy hour.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: cool
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 44ml tequila
- 15ml aperitif wine
- 7.5ml gin
- 3 dashes Moroccan bitters
- Hand-stuffed Nopalito and Cotija cheese olives
Instructions
- Garnish with hand-stuffed nopalito & cotija cheese olives.
- Add all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice.
- Stir thoroughly.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass.
