How to make a Feliz Martini cocktail

Feliz Martini cocktail, a winter warming delight

The Feliz Martini stands out as a winter cocktail that brings comfort without heaviness. This drink was specifically crafted to showcase the warming qualities of Olmeca Altos Plata in a clean, minimalist presentation. The name itself (Feliz, meaning “happy” in Spanish) reflects the joyful simplicity of this cocktail recipe. 

Created at the renowned Happiness Forgets bar in London, this easy-to-make recipe showcases how tequila can shine in a sophisticated martini-style drink. Unlike traditional vodka or gin martinis, the Feliz Martini recipe highlights the soft floral notes and cooked agave character of quality tequila, balanced with just a touch of Cocchi Americano and Amontillado sherry. 

Whether you’re an experienced mixologist or just starting your cocktail journey, this recipe delivers an impressive drink with minimal effort, making it perfect for those cooler evenings when you want something warming yet refined.

The art of building a Feliz Martini drink

The Feliz Martini uses a building technique that differs from typical shaken cocktails, making it accessible even for home bartenders. Building a cocktail means adding ingredients directly to your mixing glass in order, which creates a more controlled and gentle integration of flavors. 

Add each ingredient sequentially: tequila first, then Cocchi Americano, and finally those three crucial dashes of Amontillado sherry. The stirring process that follows is where the magic happens. Use a bar spoon and create a smooth, circular motion along the inside of the glass for about 30 seconds. You’ll notice the mixing glass getting cold on the outside—that’s your signal that proper dilution and chilling are occurring. 

The final step of straining into a coupette without ice is deliberate: it allows the Olmeca Altos Plata’s cooked agave aromatics to fill your senses with every sip. This “naked” serving style means nothing gets between you and the pure expression of the tequila’s character. 

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Glassware and presentation that matters

Choosing the right glass elevates the Feliz Martini recipe from a simple drink to a memorable experience. The coupette glass, that classic shallow, broad-bowled stemmed glass, is the ideal vessel for this cocktail recipe. Its wide surface area allows the aromatic compounds from the tequila to reach your nose before each sip, enhancing the overall tasting experience. 

You can chill your coupette in the freezer for 15 minutes before serving, or fill it with ice water while you prepare the drink. A properly chilled glass keeps your martini at the perfect temperature longer since you’re serving it without ice. 

The presentation here is intentionally minimalist—no garnish, no ice, just the crystal-clear liquid in an elegant glass. This simplicity puts all the focus on the quality of ingredients, particularly the tequila. The drink’s clarity and pale golden hue showcase the purity of Olmeca Altos Plata, while the lack of garnish means every aroma comes from the spirit itself. 

When serving to guests, the clean presentation communicates sophistication and confidence in your cocktail-making abilities. If you enjoy exploring tequila-based martini variations, you might also appreciate the Mexican Chocolate Martini, which offers a richer, more decadent take on tequila cocktails.

Why Olmeca Altos Plata makes this cocktail exceptional

The Feliz Martini recipe relies entirely on the quality of its base spirit, which is why Olmeca Altos Plata is the perfect choice for this drink. Crafted in the Los Altos region of Jalisco, Mexico, this tequila undergoes a traditional production process that includes the use of Tahona stone wheels to crush the cooked agave. 

This artisanal method extracts the most delicate floral notes and preserves the natural sweetness of the agave, creating a tequila with remarkable smoothness and complexity. In a cocktail with only three ingredients and no garnish to hide behind, every characteristic of your tequila becomes apparent. The tequila’s clean finish ensures the drink remains balanced from first sip to last. 

The Feliz Martini cocktail stands as proof that exceptional cocktails don’t require complicated techniques or lengthy ingredient lists. With just three quality components, a stirring glass, and a few minutes of your time, you can create a sophisticated winter drink that showcases the true character of Olmeca Altos Plata. 

Whether you’re mixing this recipe for yourself on a quiet evening or serving it to friends who want to discover tequila beyond the usual suspects, the Feliz Martini cocktail delivers happiness in every sip.