Mexican Firing Squad
A bold, spicy-sweet tequila sour from Charles H. Baker's 1939 travelogue — grenadine and bitters give this pre-war classic a fiery personality. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Blanco tequila
- 0.8 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.8 oz Pomegranate grenadine
- 5 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 oz Club soda
- lime wheel (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with spicy carne asada tacos or chile-lime shrimp to amplify the bold, fiery character of grenadine and bitters in this pre-Prohibition classic.
Instructions
Add tequila, lime juice, and grenadine to a shaker with ice
Shake vigorously for 12 seconds
Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice
Top with club soda
Add 5 dashes of Angostura bitters on top
Garnish with a lime wheel
Tips
First documented by Charles H. Baker Jr. during his travels through Mexico Use real pomegranate grenadine — Jack Rudy or homemade is best The bitters floated on top create an aromatic layer you smell with every sip