Manuel "Manny" De Avila, the Los Angeles based brand ambassador for Don Julio, joins us today to examine why there are relatively few classic tequila cocktails, and explain how to reimagine classics made with other spirits using tequila. Listen on, or read below, to learn Manny's recipes — and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe!

Tequila White Negroni Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ ounces Don Julio Alma Miel
• 1 ½ ounces Ancho Reyes Verde Chili Poblano Liqueur
• ½ ounce Salers Aperitif
• ¼ ounce Blanc vermouth
• Garnish: lemon twist

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice.
2. Stir until chilled.
3. Strain into a chilled rocks glass over a large ice cube.
4. Garnish with lemon twist.

Tequila Espresso Martini Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 ½ ounces Don Julio 70 Cristalino
• 1 ounce Mr. Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur
• ¾ ounce cold brew cordial
• ¼ ounce Ancho Reyes Classic
• Few dashes Chocolate Mole Bitters

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to a shaking tin with ice.
2. Shake long and hard.
3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

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