7 steps, about 5 minutes start to finish.
Prepare the Glass: Fill a highball glass with ice to chill.
Mix the Citrus and Tequila: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the tequila, lime juice, lemon juice, orange juice, and agave syrup. If you like a hint of salinity that often complements tequila well, add a small pinch of salt to the shaker.
Shake: Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds or until the outside of the shaker feels cold. This not only chills the drink but also ensures that the agave syrup is fully integrated.
Assemble the Drink: Strain the mixture into the prepared highball glass filled with fresh ice. This step ensures your drink is crisp and not diluted by the ice used in shaking.
Top with Topo Chico: Gently top the drink with Topo Chico to fill the glass. The sparkling mineral water adds effervescence and a slight mineral quality that complements the tequila and citrus flavors beautifully.
Garnish: Add slices of lime, lemon, and orange to the drink for garnish. They not only add a pop of color but also hint at the flavors within the drink.
Serve: Serve immediately with a straw or a stirrer. Encourage guests to stir their drink gently before sipping to blend the sparkling water with the citrus-tequila base evenly.
“Shake everything except the Topo Chico, then top the glass with it gently at the end. Sparkling water in the shaker goes flat, and you want those bubbles lively in the finished drink.”
