It’s warm and sunny, and we’re ready to pack a punch. This South American-themed cocktail may be a bit pre-mature (It is still March, after all) but tequila sounds delightful. Spirits Director Tom Smith discovered La Tigresa years ago during an interactive mixology session at the Salon, and well, hasn’t stopped drinking it since. Named after Argentine boxer Marcela “La Tigresa” Acuña, (as she was known to be rather sweet outside the ring and rather savory within), this cocktail calls to mind the poolside jaunts coming soon.

1 ½ oz Siete Leguas Reposado Tequila
¾ oz St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur
½ oz fresh lime juice
2 cubes fresh pineapple
1 slice red bell pepper

In a clean shaker, combine pineapple, red bell pepper, and lime juice. As opposed to the classic “twist-and-pulverize” muddling technique, perform a gentler pressing of these ingredients. Next, add the St. Germain and Siete Leguas Reposado. Fill with ice and shake. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a skewer of pineapple and red bell pepper.

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