El Pepino

Sophisticated palettes can celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a delicate yet flavorful tequila cocktail called El Pepino. The recipe calls for cucumbers with a hint of cilantro, the perfect “cooling” compliment to bold, spicy cuisines like Mexican.  The use of egg whites creates an impressive frothy top making any home entertainer look like a star mixologist.

INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 oz  Milagro Reposado
3/4 oz  Bols Triple Sec
1 oz  Lime Juice
3/4 oz  Simple Syrup
1/4 oz  Egg Whites
3 Slices Cucumber
6 Cilantro Leaves

MIXING NOTES
Muddle cucumber and cilantro in a mixing glass.
Pour remaining ingredients, shake well with ice.
Strain into a pre-chilled cocktail glass.
Garnished with a thin cucumber slice.

INSIDER NOTES
“El Pepino” means the cucumber, the focus of this refreshing cocktail.  The mix of cilantro, cucumber and lime juice makes this a superb palate opener. This cocktail also uses Milagro Reposado, an aged tequila that has tasting notes of wood and agave.

PHOTO CREDIT:  Courtesy of Milagro