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Sep 2024
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Mastering Reposado Cocktails

VinePair
About this episode

Against a backdrop of explosive growth for tequila in the U.S., there remains a relative lack of classic and contemporary classic tequila cocktails — and that phenomenon is only amplified when you look beyond blanco and añejo and focus solely on reposado. This feels like an opportunity missed, so we decided to put things right and devote a discussion to mixing reposado in cocktails. Joining us as our tutor for the episode is William Brooks, Brown Forman’s global brand ambassador for tequila. Whether you’re looking to reimagine classics with reposado or construct something entirely new from scratch, we’ve got you covered. Listen on to learn William's tips — and don’t forget to leave a rating, review, and subscribe! 

 


William Brooks' Gracias Mexico Recipe 

 


Ingredients 



- 1 ounce Tequila Herradura reposado

- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice

- ¾ ounce Nixta Licor de Elote

- ¼ ounce creme de cacao

- ¼ ounce agave nectar

- ¼ egg white

- Garnish: grated nutmeg


 

Directions 

 


1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker without ice and dry shake.

2. Add ice and shake until well chilled.

3. Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass and garnish with grated nutmeg.

 

 

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