Mexican Firing Squad
Mexican Firing Squad is a sour, citrus and sweet cocktail made with Tequila, with moderate flavor complexity.
Ingredients
- 60 ml blanco tequila
- 22 ml fresh lime juice
- 22 ml grenadine syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura
- Ice
- Lime wheel
Method
- In a shaker, combine the tequila, lime juice, grenadine, and Angostura.
- Fill with ice and shake until chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice (or pour with the ice, home version).
- Garnish with the lime wheel.
FAQ
What is in a Mexican Firing Squad?
A Mexican Firing Squad is made with 60 ml blanco tequila, 22 ml fresh lime juice, 22 ml grenadine syrup, 2 dashes Angostura, Ice and Lime wheel.
When should you serve a Mexican Firing Squad?
A Mexican Firing Squad fits a hot day, easy prep and a classic.
What is the bartender tip for a Mexican Firing Squad?
Charles H. Baker recorded the drink in 1937, at La Cucaracha (Mexico City). Grenadine in place of triple sec: it's a tequila Jack Rose, with Angostura for the spice. 100% agave blanco tequila; reposado disappears behind the pomegranate. Two dashes of Angostura — PUNCH goes to five and the glass becomes more of a rickey. Soda on top is a long variation, not this card. It's not a Margarita (Cointreau), Paloma (grapefruit), or Tequila Sunrise (orange, no lime).