30 Cocktails To Celebrate National Tequila Day

National Tequila Day is the perfect excuse to mix up some creative and delicious tequila-based cocktails. As tequila continues to gain popularity, driven by premiumization and celebrity endorsements, there’s never been a better time to explore new recipes and enjoy the rich diversity of tequila-based drinks.

In 2023, tequila sales in the United States have experienced impressive growth, continuing a strong upward trend. According to industry analyses by Beverage Dynamics and Mordor Intelligence, the tequila market is projected to expand significantly, driven by increasing consumer interest in premium and craft spirits. Key factors include the rising popularity of celebrity-backed brands and a growing preference for additive-free products, perceived as healthier and more authentic. This makes it an exciting time for tequila lovers and a trend worth watching for both consumers and industry professionals.

Whether you’re a fan of classic flavors or adventurous concoctions, these drinks have got you covered. Dive into these 30 tequila-based cocktail recipes and elevate your summer celebrations!

Heavenly Sovereign

A tropical and complex cocktail with tequila blanco, Lillet Blanc, Italicus, passionfruit puree, and chili tincture from Queen Miami Beach.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz tequila blanco
• 0.75 oz Lillet Blanc
• 0.5 oz Italicus
• 0.5 oz passionfruit puree
• 0.5 oz lemon juice
• 0.25 oz vanilla agave
• 0.25 oz Methocel F50
• 4 dashes of chili tincture

Instructions: Build all ingredients into a tin shaker. Shake and strain into a coupe glass with no ice. Garnish with a dried lime and chili slice.

RoséRita

A unique blend of Hampton Water, tequila, lemon juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and Blanc Vermouth.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Hampton Water
• 1 oz Tequila
• 0.5 oz Lemon Juice
• 0.5 oz Lime Juice
• 1 oz Simple Syrup
• 1 oz Blanc Vermouth

Instructions: Run a lime wedge over the rim of a glass then dip in sugar and set aside. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker. Add ice and shake until chilled. Strain into prepared glass with fresh ice. Garnish with a strawberry and lime wheel.

Camarena Old Fashioned

A tequila twist on the classic Old Fashioned, featuring Camarena Añejo, agave nectar, and bitters.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Camarena Añejo
• 0.5 oz Agave nectar
• 2 Dashes of bitters

Instructions: Add all ingredients into a double old-fashioned rocks glass filled with ice. Stir to combine and garnish with an orange peel.

Tequila Mojito

A refreshing mojito made with reposado tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, and mint, topped with seltzer.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Reposado Tequila
• 0.75 oz Cheeky Lime Juice
• 0.75 oz Cheeky Simple Syrup
• Mint leaves & sprig for garnish
• Seltzer

Instructions: Add mint and simple syrup directly to the glass and muddle gently. Add tequila, lime, and ice, top with seltzer, and stir. Garnish with a lime wedge and a mint sprig. For an extra minty flavor, swap in Cheeky Mint Syrup for the Simple Syrup.

Cheeky Espresso Martini

An easy-to-make espresso martini that combines tequila with Cheeky’s Coffee Syrup for a rich and smooth cocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Tequila
• 1 oz Cheeky Espresso Syrup
• Garnish: Coffee Beans

Instructions: Add all ingredients into a mixing tin with 2-3 cubes of ice. Shake for 10-15 seconds. Strain into an up glass and garnish with three coffee beans.

Coco Acai

A unique blend of Jose Cuervo Tequila, Coco Lopez, Wildberry Acai Mix, and muddled citrus, served in a coconut Ocean Grill at The Setai.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Jose Cuervo Tequila
• 1 spoon of Coco Lopez
• 1 oz Wildberry Acai Mix
• 1 Lemon (muddled)
• 1 Lime (muddled)
• Coconut Water (desired amount)

Instructions: Add all ingredients into coconut. Fill with desired amount of coconut water and shake.

Ultra Apricot Sour

A rich and aromatic sour with Tequila Herradura Ultra, apricot liqueur, lemon juice, ginger syrup, peach puree, and bitters.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Tequila Herradura Ultra
• 0.5 oz Apricot Liqueur
• 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
• 0.75 oz Monin Ginger Syrup
• 0.5 oz White Peach Puree
• 2 Dashes Angostura Bitters
• 1 egg white

Instructions: Shake all ingredients together to mix. Shake again with ice to chill. Strain into coupe glass and garnish with edible petals.

Solar Flare

A fun drink featuring Astral Tequila Reposado, fresh lime juice, homemade grenadine, some hot sauce, and topped with sparkling wine.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Astral Tequila Reposado
• 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
• 0.75 oz Homemade Grenadine
• Combine 1 cup of pomegranate juice with one cup of sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Simmer until sugar is dissolved and cool.
• 2 Dashes Hot Sauce
• Sparkling Wine to top
• Garnish: Mint Sprig

Instructions: Add Astral Tequila Reposado, lime juice, grenadine, and hot sauce into an ice-filled shaker and shake for six to eight seconds. Add sparkling wine to the shaker and strain into an ice-filled rocks glass. Garnish with a mint sprig.

Something Spicy with Tequila

A frozen delight with Patron Silver, Ojo de Tigre mezcal, lime juice, agave nectar, and mango puree from Sweet Liberty.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Patron Silver
• 0.5 oz Ojo de Tigre mezcal
• 0.75 oz lime juice
• 0.74 oz agave nectar
• 1 oz mango puree
• 3 dashes chili tincture

Instructions: Pour straight from slushie machine into Cactus Coupe glass. Garnish with Lime wheel and sprinkling of Tajin + small straw.

Strawberry Moon

A delightful mix of strawberries, lime juice, and tequila, topped with ginger beer for a refreshing finish.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Astral Tequila Añejo
• 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
• 0.5 oz Simple Syrup
• 2 Cubed Strawberries
• Ginger Beer to top
• Garnish: Mint Sprig + Strawberry

Instructions: Add Astral Tequila Añejo, lime juice, simple syrup, and cubed strawberries to a shaker and muddle. Add ice to the shaker and shake for 6 to 8 seconds. Add ginger beer to the shaker and strain into an ice-filled highball glass. Garnish with a strawberry and mint sprig.

Cristalita

A sophisticated blend of flavors of Tequila CAZADORES Añejo Cristalino, citrus slices, serrano chile, and cilantro.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Tequila CAZADORES Añejo Cristalino
• 0.5 oz PATRÓN Citronge
• 0.5 oz Agave nectar
• 2 slices of lime
• 2 slices of lemon
• 2 slices of orange
• 2 cilantro sprigs
• 1 slice serrano chile

Instructions: In a cocktail shaker, muddle citrus slices, serrano, and cilantro. Add the rest of the ingredients with ice, shake vigorously, double strain, and serve on the rocks. Garnish with lime, orange peel, and serrano chile.

Kenny’s Espresso Martini

An elevated espresso martini with 818 Reposado, espresso, Kahlua, and simple syrup from Catch Miami Beach.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz 818 Reposado
• 0.75 oz Espresso
• 0.75 oz Kahlua
• 0.5 oz Simple Syrup

Instructions: Shake with regular ice plus half scoop of crushed ice. Double strain into a coupe glass.

Pomegranate Mule

A fruity mule with Tequila Herradura Silver, pomegranate juice, fresh lime, and ginger beer.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Tequila Herradura Silver
• 1 oz Pomegranate Juice
• Squeeze of Fresh Lime
• Ginger Beer

Instructions: Pour Tequila Herradura and pomegranate juice over fresh ice in a mule mug. Top with ginger beer to fill the cup and add a squeeze of lime. Stir to combine. Garnish with fresh ginger, pomegranate seeds, and optional rosemary sprig.

Mulberry Street Margarita

A colorful and flavorful margarita made with Don Julio Reposado, lime juice, dry curacao, and prickly pear syrup from Vitolo.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Don Julio Reposado
• 0.75 oz Lime
• 0.5 oz Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao
• 0.75 oz Prickly pear syrup

Instructions: Add ingredients into tin shaker, shake well, strain into rock glass. Fill with ice and garnish.

Mayenda Reposado Elevated Paloma

A refreshing paloma with Mayenda Reposado, grapefruit juice, lime juice, honey syrup, and a pinch of smoked salt.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Mayenda Reposado
• 1 oz Grapefruit Juice
• 0.5 oz Lime Juice
• 0.5 oz Honey Syrup
• A pinch of smoked salt
• Top with Club Soda
• Garnish: Grapefruit wedge

Instructions: Build all ingredients except club soda into shaker tin with ice and shake until chilled. Strain into a Collins glass over fresh ice and top with club soda. Garnish with bruleed grapefruit wedge.

Verdant Tonic

A refreshing cocktail with Clase Azul Tequila Reposado, lime, orgeat almond cordial, and cucumber tonic water.

Ingredients:

• Clase Azul Tequila Reposado
• Lime
• Orgeat almond cordial
• Cucumber tonic water

Instructions: Fill a shaker with ice, add all ingredients together and shake. Strain into a shallow coupe glass.

Casa Coco

A hydrating and citrusy blend of Casamigos, Vita Coco, yuzu juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Jose Cuervo Tequila
• 1 spoon of Coco Lopez
• 1 oz Wildberry Acai Mix
• 1 Lemon (muddled)
• 1 Lime (muddled)
• Coconut Water (desired amount)

Instructions: Add all ingredients into coconut. Fill with desired amount of coconut water and shake.

Close to Midnight

A bold cocktail featuring Thai chili syrup, lime juice, Casa Noble Reposado Tequila, and grapefruit soda from Giselle Miami.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Thai chili Syrup
• 1 oz Lime Juice
• 2 oz Casa Noble Reposado Tequila
• Top with Grapefruit Soda
• Garnish with Tajin and Cilantro leaf clipped

Instructions: Add all ingredients into a tin, shake, and serve over 1 large Thai Chili Ice cube, garnish with half rim of Tajin, and clip a cilantro leaf to the glass.

LALO Spicy Cucumber Margarita

A spicy and refreshing margarita with LALO Tequila, lime juice, pineapple juice, cucumber, and jalapeño.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz LALO Tequila
• 2 oz Lime Juice
• 1.5 oz Pineapple Juice
• 1/2 of a small cucumber
• 2-4 slices of jalapeño
• 1-2 tbsp agave syrup

Instructions: In a cocktail shaker, muddle the cucumber and jalapeño slices. Add the remaining ingredients with ice and shake well. Strain into a glass filled with ice and garnish with additional cucumber slices and jalapeño.

Prickly Pear Margarita

A vibrant margarita featuring Jaja Tequila Blanco, Cointreau, prickly pear puree, and agave syrup from Jaya at The Setai.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Jaja Tequila Blanco
• 0.75 oz Cointreau
• 1.0 oz Prickly Pear Puree
• 0.5 oz Agave Syrup
• 0.75 oz Citrus Syrup (lime juice)

Instructions: Mix all ingredients, shake, and pour over ice cubes in a rocks glass. Garnish with a lime wheel and salt rim.

PATRÓN EL CIELO Spritz

A light and refreshing spritz with PATRÓN EL CIELO, Pinot Grigio and ginger ale.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz PATRÓN EL CIELO
• 2 oz chilled Pinot Grigio or Provençale Rose Wine
• 3 oz chilled Ginger Ale

Instructions: In a white wine glass with cubed ice, build all ingredients, stir to combine. Garnish with a fresh orange wedge – squeeze and drop into the glass.

Strawberry Margarita

A summery twist on the classic margarita with Hampton Water Rosé, tequila, lime juice, and strawberry simple syrup.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Hampton Water Rosé
• 1 oz Tequila
• 1.5 oz Lime Juice
• 0.5 oz Strawberry Simple Syrup or Liqueur
• 0.5 oz Triple Sec

Instructions: Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until chilled. Strain into a glass with fresh ice. Garnish with a lime wheel and strawberry.

Mayenda Blanco Elevated Margarita

A sophisticated margarita with Mayenda Blanco Tequila, agave syrup, and lime juice in a hibiscus-dusted glass.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Mayenda Blanco Tequila
• 0.75 oz Agave Syrup
• 0.75 oz Lime Juice
• Hibiscus Powder Dusted Glass

Instructions: Fill a shaker with ice, add all ingredients together and shake. Strain into a shallow coupe glass.

La Ciudad

A complex cocktail with Tequila Herradura Reposado, sweet vermouth, ancho chili liqueur, and chocolate bitters.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Tequila Herradura Reposado
• 0.5 oz Sweet Vermouth
• 0.5 oz Ancho Chili Liqueur
• 3 dashes Chocolate Bitters

Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir and strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with two brandy cherries.

21Seeds Jalisco Mule

A refreshing mule with a spicy twist, featuring 21Seeds Cucumber Jalapeño Infused Tequila, ginger beer, and a bubbly finish.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz 21Seeds Cucumber Jalapeño Infused Tequila
• 2 oz Ginger Beer
• Club Soda

Instructions: Combine tequila and ginger beer in a glass with ice and top with club soda. Garnish with fresh mint and sliced limes.

Camarena Margarita

A classic margarita with Camarena Silver, simple syrup, lime juice, and triple sec.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Camarena Silver
• 0.75 oz Simple syrup/agave nectar
• 0.75 oz Lime juice
• 0.5 oz Triple Sec

Instructions: Add ingredients into a shaker filled with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with lime wedge.

Chili Mango

A spicy and fruity delight combining Astral Tequila Blanco with fresh lime juice, mango puree, and sliced jalapeño.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Astral Tequila Blanco
• 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
• 1 oz Fresh Mango Puree
• Sliced Jalapeño
• Garnish: Chili Salt Rim + Lime Wedge

Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and slightly muddle. Add ice, shake, and strain into an ice-filled rocks glass rimmed with chili salt. Garnish with a lime wedge.

Carajillo Espresso Martini

A rich and flavorful martini with tequila, cold brew concentrate, rich Italian coffee liqueur, and topped with Valrhona chocolate flakes from Night Swim at citizenM Miami Worldcenter.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Tequila
• 2 oz Cold brew concentrate
• 0.5 oz Italian coffee liqueur
• 4 dashes of demerara to taste
• Valrhona chocolate flakes

Instructions: Combine all ingredients with ice and stir until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with Valrhona chocolate flakes.

Honeyed Nightfall

A sweet and fruity mix of Clase Azul Tequila Reposado, blackberries, lime, and honey.

Ingredients:

• Clase Azul Tequila Reposado
• Blackberries
• Lime
• Honey

Instructions: Muddle blackberries and lime in a shaker. Add tequila, honey, and ice, then shake well. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice and garnish with blackberries and a lime twist.

Tommy’s Margarita

A simple, authentic margarita made with añejo tequila, Cheeky Lime Juice, and Agave Syrup, perfect with any garnish.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Añejo Tequila
• 0.75 oz Cheeky Lime Juice
• 0.5 oz Cheeky Agave Syrup

Garnish: Lime Wedge or Wheel

Instructions: Add all ingredients into a mixing tin and fill with ice. Shake for 10-15 seconds and strain into a coup or rocks glass over ice. Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel.