Tijuana Taxi

Embark on a flavor-packed journey with the "Tijuana Taxi," a vibrant tequila cocktail that’s a fiesta in a glass. Perfect for cocktail enthusiasts and summer gatherings, this refreshing drink combines the boldness of tequila with freshly squeezed orange and lime juices, balanced by a subtle sweetness from agave syrup. Enhanced by a splash of orange liqueur, every sip captures a harmony of tangy, sweet, and citrusy notes. Customize it with a salted rim for an extra punch of flavor, and garnish with a lime wheel or a twist of orange peel for a professional finish. Ready in just 5 minutes, this irresistible cocktail is your go-to recipe for entertaining or unwinding after a long day. Keywords: tequila cocktail, Tijuana Taxi recipe, citrus cocktail, easy tequila drinks, summer cocktail ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 oz Tequila
• 1 oz Orange liqueur (e.g., Triple Sec or Cointreau)
• 0.75 oz Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 oz Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 oz Agave syrup
• 1 cup Ice cubes
• 1 tbsp Salt (optional, for rimming glass)
• 1 piece Lime wheel or wedge (for garnish)
• 1 piece Orange peel (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

If desired, prepare the glass by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into a plate of salt to create a salted rim. Set aside.

Step 2

In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, orange juice, and agave syrup.

Step 3

Fill the shaker with ice cubes and secure the lid tightly.

Step 4

Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the cocktail is fully chilled.

Step 5

Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice cubes (if not using the shaker's ice).

Step 6

Strain the cocktail into the glass using a cocktail strainer.

Step 7

Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge on the rim of the glass, and add a twist of orange peel, if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	395.6 grams (395.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	289

Total Fat 0.10g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6608mg	287%
Total Carbohydrate 25.80g	9%
Dietary Fiber 0.80g	3%
Total Sugars 22.70g
Protein 0.30g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 14mg	1%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 74mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.9%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 98.0%