Mole Margarita

Name: Mole Margarita Cocktail Recipe
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: Casamigos Blanco Tequila or Don Julio Blanco Tequila; Lime Juice; Spiced Demerara Syrup*; Mole Bitters; Lime Wheel; Cinnamon Stick

Tequila

Prep time: 5 mins

Author: The Bar Team

A cocktail garnished with a dried citrus slice and cinnamon stick sits on a circular pedestal, next to a small blue toy football helmet and a toy football.

This margarita riff marries the zesty brightness of a classic margarita with the rich, complex notes of traditional Mexican mole sauce. A mix of tangy lime, smooth tequila and a hint of chocolate and spice creates a delicious experience that will be sure to elevate your margarita game.

What you’ll need:

Ingredients:

Serves:

Casamigos Blanco Tequila or Don Julio Blanco Tequila
1.5oz
Lime Juice
0.75oz
Spiced Demerara Syrup*
0.25oz
Mole Bitters
2 dashes
Lime Wheel
To garnish
Cinnamon Stick
To garnish

Method

Step 1
Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
Step 2
Shake vigorously and strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice.
Step 3
Garnish with a lime wheel and a cinnamon stick.

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The Mole Margarita is a tasty spin on the classic margarita cocktail and complements any Mexican recipe, perfect to enjoy on Game Day this football season.

In this recipe

Engravable

Casamigos

Casamigos Blanco Tequila

750ml

Don Julio

Don Julio Blanco Tequila

750ml

A black cocktail shaker set with a jigger, cocktail shaker, bar spoon, and strainer displayed against a plain background.

Viski

Gunmetal Mixologist Barware Set

A clear, empty crystal tumbler glass with a thick, textured base is centered against a black background.

Nude

Caldera Double Old Fashioned Glass, Set of Four

Spiced Demerara Syrup

Ingredients

35 Cinnamon Sticks
2 tsp. Black Peppercorn
1 tsp. Green Cardamom
1 tsp. Star Anise, Toasted
3 cups Sugar
1.5 cups Water

Directions

In a medium pot, heat cinnamon sticks, black peppercorn, green cardamom and star anise until toasted, about 5 minutes.
Add sugar and water, allowing the mixture to heat for 10-15 minutes until the sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally to prevent caking.
Remove from heat and let infuse for 90 minutes.
Strain spices.
Transfer syrup to a quart sized container. Keep refrigerated.