Twists on Classic Cocktail Recipes

We are sharing these twists on classic cocktails prepared with Altos and Del Maguey, which are considered some of the best-selling cocktails in the world, according to the 2024 Drinks International Report. 

A couple of months ago, we shared great news with you: According to Drinks International’s Annual Brands Report 2024, Altos is officially the #3 best-selling and #4 trending Tequila this year! 

Bartenders across the globe came together for Drinks International’s Annual Brands Report, where they also consistently ranked Del Maguey as the reigning best-selling mezcal and Altos as one of the Top 10 Best-selling AND Top 10 Trending tequilas.

Also, our brands are the top choices for some of the best-selling cocktails, with Altos voted the number one tequila for a Paloma, while Del Maguey is the bartenders’ top choice for mezcal Margaritas.

On this occasion, we are sharing these twists on classic cocktails prepared with Altos and Del Maguey, which are considered some of the best-selling cocktails in the world, according to the 2024 Drinks International Report. 

We encourage you to experiment with these cocktails at the bar and give them a creative touch according to your style!

We would love for you to share photos and tips and tricks from your experience making these cocktails so we can amplify them on our social media. Are you ready for the big challenge?

Twist on a Classic Cocktails Recipes

Altos Crafted Paloma 

Ingredients

• 60 ml Altos Plata 
• 60 ml fresh pink grapefruit juice
• 30 ml lemon juice 
• 15 ml agave syrup 
• A pinch of salt 
• Slice of pink grapefruit for garnish 
• Sea salt and smashed pink peppercorns to rim glass 
  
  

Method

Add all the ingredients to a glass except the grapefruit juice. Mix using the Altos molinillo (grinder) to dissolve the agave syrup. Fill the glass with ice and finish with the pink grapefruit juice.

Altos Cold Brew Martini

Ingredients

• 60 ml Altos Plata
• 60 ml cold brew
• 15 ml agave syrup 
  
  

Method

Add all the ingredients to an ice-filled shaker and shake vigorously. Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass. Garnish with coffee beans or orange peel (optional).

Altos Margarita

Ingredients

• 60 ml Altos Plata 
• A handful of local citruses (diced)
• 2-3 bar spoons of local honey (to taste)
  
  

Method

Shake vigorously with cubed ice. Serve in a tumbler. Garnish with chopped lemon and the lime (rind or peel) you used for the shake. Altos recommends the “Mexican version” with chopped lime and lemon, and agave syrup as sweetener.

Del Maguey Negroni

Ingredients

• 60 ml VIDA Puebla or Clásico 
• 30 ml Sweet Vermouth 
• 30 ml Campari 
  
  

Method

Stir ingredients and strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube or into a chilled coupe. Spritz and garnish with a wide orange peel.

Del Maguey Margarita

Ingredients

• 60 ml VIDA Puebla or Clásico
• 22.5 ml Lime Juice
• 22.5 ml Agave Syrup
• 1 large Orange Twist
  
  

Method

Shake the ingredients and strain into an old fashioned glass with ice.

Del Maguey Old Fashioned

Ingredients

• 60 ml VIDA Puebla or Clásico
• 7.5 ml Agave Syrup
• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
• 1 dash Mole Bitters
  
  

Method

Add the ingredients to an old fashioned glass with a large ice cube and stir. Spritz and garnish with lemon and orange twists.

Del Maguey Paloma

Ingredients

• 60 ml VIDA Puebla or Clásico
• 150 ml high-quality Grapefruit Soda
• 15 ml Lime Juice
• Pinch of salt
  
  

Method

Add the ingredients to a highball glass and stir.

Del Maguey Mule

Ingredients

• 60 ml VIDA Puebla or Clásico
• 30 ml Fresh Lime Juice
• 60 ml high-quality Ginger Beer
  
  

Method

Add the ingredients to a highball glass and stir.

With Altos and Del Maguey, you have premium spirits that have captivated the world. These twists on classic recipes can help you offer something truly unique. 

Whether it’s the robust charm of a Del Maguey Negroni or the refreshing zest of an Altos Crafted Paloma, your creativity is the secret ingredient. Share your concoctions, inspire fellow bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts, and let’s raise the bar together.