Cantarito
Cantarito is a refreshing Mexican cocktail combining blanco tequila with fresh-squeezed citrus juices, grapefruit soda, and a pinch of salt for a balanced, easy-to-make drink.
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5 minServings
1Cantarito is a refreshing Mexican cocktail combining blanco tequila with fresh-squeezed citrus juices, grapefruit soda, and a pinch of salt for a balanced, easy-to-make drink.
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Combine the tequila, citrus juices, and salt in a cocktail shaker and fill 3/4 with ice.
Shake until chilled, about 12 seconds.
Strain the liquid into a highball glass (or a traditional clay cup) filled with ice and garnish with slices of fresh citrus.
cocktail shaker or mixing glass · jigger for measuring · bar spoon or stirring spoon
Fresh-squeezed juice is recommended for the best flavor, but bottled juice works in a pinch—avoid pre-made sour mixes as they're too sweet.
Blanco (silver) tequila is essential for this recipe; it's unaged and provides the clean, crisp base the cocktail needs.
Yes—multiply the recipe by the number of servings, mix in a pitcher with ice, and stir well before serving in individual glasses.
A rocks glass or short tumbler (8-10 oz) works well, served over ice.
It's balanced with tart citrus and subtle sweetness from the grapefruit soda, with salt rounding out the flavors.
