The Matador cocktail is a delightful fusion of Mexican heritage and tropical flavors, blending the bold character of tequila with the sweet tang of pineapple juice and citrusy notes from lime and triple sec. This vibrant cocktail offers a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, making it a refreshing choice for any occasion. With its smooth yet exotic taste, the Matador is a great alternative to classics like the Margarita, offering a fruitier, slightly sweeter profile.
Matador Cocktail Recipe
Cuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
1
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCalories
214
kcal
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Ingredients
45 ml 1 1/2 fl oz tequila
22.5 ml 2/3 fl oz triple sec
15 ml 1/2 fl oz freshly squeezed lime juice
7.5 ml 1/3 fl oz simple syrup
60 ml 2 fl oz pineapple juice
Ice cubes
Equipment
Cocktail Shaker
Hawthorne strainer
Jigger
Coupe glass
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Pour in the tequila, triple sec, lime juice, simple syrup, and pineapple juice.
- Shake well for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a pineapple wedge or lime wheel.
Notes
- For an extra refreshing touch, rim your glass with a mix of sugar and lime zest to enhance the tropical flavors.
