Be the talk of the town with this zingy Mexican Firing Squad cocktail. With bonafide Mexican origins, this tequila cocktail celebrates the vibrancy of Mexico City through zesty Grenadine, lime juice and aged-to-perfection reposado tequila. Also known as the Mexican Death Squad cocktail, this drink is guaranteed to kickstart any party with a bang. Sip slowly and savour it.
Mexican Firing Squad Cocktail
PREP TIME 5 min
QUICK TIPS
INSTRUCTIONS
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Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker (or Mason jar)
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Fill with ice and shake well until chilled
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Strain over ice
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Garnish with a slice of lime
The best Mexican Firing Squad cocktail recipe
This feisty Mexican classic cocktail is so easy to make at home in a shaker or mason jar. It calls for a good measure of quality tequila, we suggest Espolòn Tequila Reposado with a splash of vibrant fresh lime, sweet grenadine, and a few drops of spiced cherry-coloured bitters to give you a fruity finish. Serve it Mexico-style, in a chilled tall collins glass with crushed ice and a lime wedge to garnish.
Why is it called a Mexican Firing Squad?
World traveller and cocktail writer Charles H. Baker, who famously wrote “The Gentlemans’ Companion”, discovered the drink back in 1937 while exploring Mexico. On a humid night out in Mexico City, he found himself in a bar called La Cucaracha, and here is where the Mexican Firing Squad originates. The story goes that Baker ‘almost became wrecked upon’ this fabulous drink and he recorded the recipe in his book, putting it on the map.
Why you’ll love the Mexican Firing Squad cocktail
Just like Baker, this drink is for those who want to have fun. Ditch the dull cocktails and get the conversation flowing with a Mexican Firing Squad drink at your next Mexican-themed gathering. This cocktail is tart and striking, sweetened slightly with grenadine and the caramel notes of the aged tequila. It’s definitely for those who like strong-tasting drinks! It’s also so easy to prepare and the ingredients are easy to find.
The Mexican Firing Squad makes a perfect cocktail to serve with moreish bowls of bright green guacamole, spicy tacos, and all your favourite Mexican snacks. Let the fiesta begin!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Margarita is one of the most famous cocktails known outside of Mexico, adored for its lip-smacking strong tequila taste and bitter salt rim. Less known globally but just as popular in Mexico is the pretty-in-pink Paloma, made from zesty grapefruit juice and smooth tequila. This famous Mexican cocktail represents the colourful zest of Mexican nights and is perfect for enjoying on hot summer evenings.
