Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPappasito's CantinaJose Cuervo Tradicional Recipe

Jose Cuervo Tradicional Recipe

Time8m
Serves1

Make Jose Cuervo Tradicional Recipe in just 8m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Cocktail

Method

Prepare glass

  1. 1

    Salt the rim (optional)

    If you want a salted rim, rub a lime wedge around the outer edge of the glass, then dip the rim into coarse salt placed on a small plate until evenly coated. Set the glass aside to chill briefly.

Build & mix

  1. 2

    Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice (about 1 cup).

  2. 3

    Add 2 oz Jose Cuervo Tradicional Reposado tequila to the shaker.

  3. 4

    Pour in 0.75 oz fresh lime juice and 0.5 oz orange liqueur.

  4. 5

    If you prefer a slightly sweeter cocktail, add 0.25 oz agave syrup. This balances acidity but is optional.

  5. 6

    Cap the shaker and shake vigorously for about 12–15 seconds, until the shaker is cold and well-chilled.

Serve

  1. 7

    If serving 'on the rocks', fill the chilled glass with fresh ice. Strain the cocktail from the shaker into the prepared glass. If serving straight up, double-strain into the chilled glass without ice.

  2. 8

    Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge on the rim. Optionally, lightly express a lime peel over the drink for added aroma before dropping it in.

  3. 9

    Serve immediately.

More from Pappasito's Cantina