Calle 23 Blanco 100% Agave Recipe

Salt the rim (optional)

If you prefer a salted rim, rub a lime wedge around the glass rim, then dip the rim into coarse sea salt or flaked salt spread on a small plate. Set the glass aside.

If using an orange twist for aroma, use a vegetable peeler or small knife to cut a thin strip of orange peel, avoiding too much pith. Set aside.

Add ingredients to shaker

In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz Calle 23 blanco tequila, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz orange liqueur, and 0.5 oz agave syrup. Add a handful of ice (about 1 cup) to the shaker.

Dry shake (optional)

For a slightly silkier texture, first shake the mixture without ice for 5–7 seconds to help emulsify the agave syrup with the citrus and liqueur.

Shake with ice

Add ice if you dry-shook, then seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds, until the shaker is well chilled and slightly frosted.

Strain

Double-strain the cocktail into the prepared glass over fresh ice (rocks glass) or serve neat in a chilled coupe, depending on preference. Use a Hawthorne strainer and a fine mesh strainer to remove small ice chips and any pulp.

Finish with oils

Express the orange twist over the cocktail by holding it peel-side down and giving it a sharp twist to release the oils. Run the peel around the rim if desired, then drop it into the drink or place on the rim as garnish.

Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge on the rim (and the orange twist). Serve immediately.

Enjoy responsibly. This recipe yields a balanced, bright cocktail that showcases the vegetal and agave notes of Calle 23 blanco.