Tequila Collins: The Mexican Version

“All Sips, All Occasions, Always Altos”
December 19, 2022
step by step guide for cocktail perfection

Ingredients

Number of servings
60 MLAltos Plata
30 MLFresh lemon juice
1 TABLESPOONSugar
1 PORTIONClub soda or soda water
PARTS ML

How to mix it?

  • Add the tequila, lemon juice, and sugar to a cocktail shaker.
  • Add ice and shake well to mix the ingredients and chill the drink.
  • Pour the mixture into a Collins glass and fill it halfway with club soda or soda water.
  • Garnish with a lemon slice, the cherry and a lemon twist. Serve immediately.

The Tequila Collins is a traditional Mexican cocktail that has become popular around the world. Its name has an interesting history that dates back to the 1870s in the United States, where a cocktail called the “Tom Collins” made with gin instead of tequila became popular. Over time, this cocktail was adapted to include tequila and became the Tequila Collins we know today.

To make a Tequila Collins, you mix tequila, lemon juice, sugar, and club soda or soda water. It’s a refreshing and delicious drink that’s perfect for enjoying on a hot day or to accompany a Mexican meal. If you like tequila and are looking for an easy and delicious cocktail to make, the Tequila Collins is an excellent choice.

Two Altos version from the tequila collins

Ingredients to Make a Tequila Collins

The ingredients you need to make a Tequila Collins are:

  • 2 oz of Altos Plata
  • 1 oz of fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon of sugar
  • Club soda or soda water

To serve, you will also need ice, a cherry, a lemon slice and a lemon twist for garnish.

How to Prepare a Juan Collins

To make a Tequila Collins, follow these steps:

  1. Add the tequila, lemon juice, and sugar to a cocktail shaker.
  2. Add ice and shake well to mix the ingredients and chill the drink.
  3. Pour the mixture into a Collins glass and fill it halfway with club soda or soda water.
  4. Garnish with a lemon slice, the cherry and a lemon twist. Serve immediately.

What Glass Should I Use to Serve a Tequila Collins Recipe?

The Collins Tequila can be served in a Collins glass or a highball glass. The main thing is that the glass has enough capacity to hold your drink and ice.

The Collins glass is a tall, narrow glass used to serve cocktails on the rocks. Its elongated and narrow shape allows the ice and cocktail ingredients to mix well, which in turn helps keep the drink cold. In addition, its wide spout makes it easy to drink and allows you to enjoy all the flavors of the drink.

Why Use High-Quality Tequila in this Tequila Collins?

There are several reasons why it is recommended to use a high-quality tequila like Olmeca Altos when making a Tequila Collins. Firstly, a high-quality tequila has a smoother and more refined flavor, which will give the Tequila Collins a more pleasant and balanced flavor. Secondly, a high-quality tequila has a better reputation and is more likely to be produced responsibly and with high-quality ingredients. In short, using a high-quality tequila to make a Tequila Collins can significantly improve the flavor and quality of the drink.

Your Questions Answered Tequila Collins: The Mexican Version

What makes Altos Tequila different from other tequilas?

Altos isn’t your average tequila — it’s the real thing. Made from 100% Blue Agave grown in Jalisco’s highlands, slow-cooked, copper-distilled, and created by bartenders who get it. Smooth, bold, and made to mix right.

What’s the best way to drink Altos Tequila?

Any way you want. It’s a winner in a Margarita or Paloma, but it also shines straight up if you’re all about flavour. Whatever the moment, Altos always sets the tone.

Is Altos Tequila made sustainably?

Absolutely — we’re serious about sustainability. We recycle agave fibers, reuse water, and cut down on waste wherever we can. Great tequila, zero guilt.

What’s the difference between Plata, Reposado, and Añejo?

Plata’s crisp and lively, Reposado’s smooth and rounded, and Añejo’s bold, rich, and full of depth. Three styles, one unmistakable Altos spirit.

Can I use Altos in cocktails other than Margaritas?

Of course. Altos steps up in any mix — Palomas, Tequila Sunrises, even an Old Fashioned if you’re in the mood to experiment. If it pours, Altos fits.
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