Episode 05: Quarantine Cocktails

Meet me at the bar, IT’S GOIN DOWN. A tale of two cocktails, depending on your mood. Some history about a famous cocktail you didn’t ask for (you’re getting it anyway) and why margaritas are bigger in Texas. 

|| All My Exes Live in Texas MARGARITA ||

INGREDIENTS:

3 Limes, juiced

2 oz Arette Blanco tequila

1 oz Grand Marnier

2 - 4 slices of jalapeno (optional)

.5 oz simple syrup 

Soda water

Tajin for rim 

METHOD:

If using the jalapeno, place the slices in a cocktail shaker or glass and muddle until broken to get the spicy flavors out. If you’re not using, skip! 

To rim your glass with tajin, take a sliced lime and rub it on the lip to wet the edges. Dip the edges of the glass onto a plate filled with a thin layer of tajin until the desired amount of seasoning clings to the lip. 

In the cocktail shaker filled with ice, pour in the lime, tequila, Grand marnier, and simple syrup. Shake until icy cold and using a strainer, pour into a tumbler filled with ice. Top with soda water and garnish with your citrus of choice. Have a couple sips and forget about all your poor choices. Salud! 

|| Classic Espresso (Yourself) Martini ||

INGREDIENTS:

2oz Vodka

1oz Mr. Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur

.5oz Simple syrup

1 Shot espresso (or 1oz)

3 Coffee beans for garnish

METHOD: 

In a shaker filled with ice, combine the vodka, Mr Black, simple syrup, and espresso. Shake until icy cold. Use a strainer to pour into a chilled glass. Garnish with three beans and enjoy your wake up call! 

Recipe based  on the classic “Vodka Espresso” created by Dick Bradsell in the 80s.