Tequila Calories: Bottles, Shots and Cocktails

Do you want to know how many calories a typical bottle of tequila has? How many calories are in a shot of tequila? Or any of the most famous cocktails made with this drink? If you’re watching your calorie intake but still want to indulge in the good things in life, we have answers to […]

Reposado vs Añejo vs Blanco: Different Tequilas

What distinguishes the different types of tequila? Although all types share the same origin, each variety has its own unique characteristics, from its taste to its color and aging time. In fact, this last characteristic is what sets apart blanco, reposado, and añejo tequilas, the three main varieties of tequila that exist. On the other […]

Classic Paloma: The Traditional Recipe

Have you ever wondered what the classic recipe for Paloma is? This is a cocktail originating from Mexico that has become well-known all over the world. However, as it is so versatile, many different versions have been created, leaving the traditional recipe forgotten. At Altos, we bring you the authentic version of Paloma, simple and […]

Green Apple Margarita: The Sour Mix

This is an alternative to the usual margarita that incorporates the sweet and especially tart flavor of Granny Smith apple. This variant is one of the most acidic ones that can be found, providing a completely different flavor to our green apple margarita mix. To prepare it, we won’t use apple sodas with artificial flavors […]

Frozen Limeade Margarita: The Refreshing Recipe

On this occasion, we bring you a frozen limeade margarita, a refreshing cocktail with a citrusy and tangy twist that sets it apart from other tequila drinks. To make it, we will use lime juice instead of lemon, as it is more acidic and less sweet, giving it a unique and bold flavor. You can […]

Lemon Margarita: Tequila and Lemon Drink

If you are looking for a refreshing and tangy cocktail, the Lemon Margarita is definitely one to consider. Its citrusy flavor and smooth texture make it easy to drink and refreshing at the same time, making it the perfect drink for hot weather. What’s more, you only need four ingredients that you probably have on […]

Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita: The Spicy Mix

Tequila, pineapple, and jalapenos in one drink! If you want to enjoy a fruity and spicy mix, this is the perfect recipe. In addition, the flavor of pineapple fits perfectly with the intense spiciness of jalapeno. To prepare this pineapple and jalapeno margarita mix, we will propose an amount of chili, but keep in mind […]

Best Margarita Variations: Our Top 10

The margarita has become one of the most popular cocktails in the world, and because of this, an infinite number of different versions have been created with a wide variety of different margarita flavors. Originally it was made with tequila, triple sec, lime juice and orange liqueur, but since the traditional recipe was created, we […]

Smoky Paloma: Hot Tea and Tequila

The Smoky Paloma, made with tequila and Lapsang Suchong tea, is not a quick cocktail to prepare by any means, as first we have to infuse the tea and then add it to the cocktail. However, of all the Palomas, this is one with the most distinctive flavor. It’s called “Smoky” because it uses Lapsang […]

Iced Tea and Tequila: Altos Long Island

The Long Island is a classic cocktail known by all, but far from what the name may evoke: it doesn’t contain tea! Despite the mixture of ingredients may remind us of a certain tea flavor, and its color also helps, it doesn’t contain a drop of it. What it does contain and makes it a […]