“Taste like summer” is something that really defines tequila, but as one of Mexico’s main drinks all year round, its flavour finds its way into sweeter, fruitier and even warmer cocktails. That’s why we have selected three cocktails that will surely be great for the holidays, you'd even forget summer is still some months away.
MEXICAN FRUIT CUP
With its fruity aromas and sparkling texture, this drink is both refined and festive. Also, it holds reminiscences of the traditional holiday Mexican punch.

Ingredients
Altos Plata Tequila
Iced hibiscus tea
Lemon juice
Agave mix
Sparkling wine
Seasonal fresh fruit and herbs
40ml / 1 1⁄3 parts
40ml / 1 1⁄3 parts
20ml / 2⁄3 part
10ml 1⁄3 part
40ml / 2 parts
Directions
Mix ingredients in a stirring glass, stir with ice cubes in a wine glass. Garnish with cubed, seasonal fruit and herbs, like mint.
MEXICAN NEGRONI
On the more practical side, bottled cocktails are great for the holidays. You can prepare everything in advance an let your friends grab one at their will. This new classic with a tequila touch is sure to please.

Ingredients
Altos Plata Tequila
Campari
Red Sweet Vermouth
250ml / 1 part
250ml / 1 part
250ml / 1 part
Directions
Build ingredients in a stirring glass, stir with cubed or rock ice in an old fashioned. Garnish with an orange slice.
TINGLET
If you are feeling more technical or are a bartender yourself, you can try Meg Miller’s approach to the gimlet and paloma, that in her words showcases “how approachable yet serious, Altos Tequila can be”.

Ingredients
Altos Plata Tequila
Ting Cordial Soda
50 ml / 2 parts
30 ml /1 part
Directions
TO MAKE THE TING CORDIAL: Over medium heat, reduce Ting soda until the liquid is halved. Let it cool & bottle for cocktail. A grapefruit tequila twist that’s based on a classic Gimlet cocktail.
METHOD: Build ingredients in a stirring glass, stir, and strain in a coupete. Garnish with grapefruit zest.