The Tequila Smash is a vibrant fruit-forward cocktail that muddles fresh blueberries and Bing cherries with blanco tequila, maraschino liqueur, and lime juice for a balanced, refreshing drink. Its standout trait is the muddled fruit that adds natural sweetness and texture while keeping the spirit-forward balance intact.
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Muddle blueberries and cherries in mixing glass.
Add remaining
ingredients and shake.
Double-strain into ice-filled old-fashioned
Garnish with skewered fruit.
cocktail muddler · jigger or measuring spoon · cocktail shaker or mixing glass · strainer · cocktail pick or skewer
Muddle gently to release juice and flavors without crushing seeds or pits into bitter fragments. 3-4 firm presses is ideal.
No. Muddle and mix immediately before serving to preserve fruit integrity and prevent oxidation of the lime juice.
Choose a 100% agave blanco with bright, clean flavor (avoid mixtos). Mid-range options like Espolòn or Fortaleza work well.
Yes. Triple sec or Cointreau adds dryness; Cherry Heering adds deeper cherry notes. Adjust quantity to taste.
Pierce a blueberry and Bing cherry with a cocktail pick, then thread a lime wheel through the center or rest it on the rim.
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