Picador

Name: Picador
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: Tequila reposado — 45 ml; Triple sec — 20 ml; Lime juice (freshly squeezed) — 20 ml

A citrus and sour tequila cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 25.5%

Ingredients

~173 kcal per serving

Servings

Tequila reposado45 ml
Triple sec20 ml
Lime juice (freshly squeezed)20 ml

Garnish

Lime twist

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Shake all ingredients with ice: Tequila reposado 45 mlTriple sec 20 mlLime juice 20 ml
Fine strain into the chilled glass
Express a lime twist over the cocktail and use as garnish

History

Picador is an early variant of the Margarita first published in 1937 in the British Café Royal Bar Book. This vintage cocktail highlights a well-balanced interplay of sour citrus and smooth tequila, showcasing the classic Margarita’s essence with simple elegance. It remains a refreshing and timeless choice for fans of tequila-based cocktails.