Cantarito
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Served in a small clay pot with the same name, a Cantarito is a classic Mexican cocktail from the state of Jalisco made with tequila, citrus juices, and soda.
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Ingredients
- 2 ounces tequila (1/4 cup, see note 1)
- 2 ounces grapefruit soda (1/4 cup, see note 2)
- 1/2 ounce lime juice (1 tablespoon)
- 1/2 ounce orange juice (1 tablespoon)
- 1-2 pinches coarse salt (see note 3)
- 1 lice lime for garnish (see note 4)
Instructions
- Fill a Cantarito clay cup or a highball glass with ice. Add tequila, grapefruit soda, lime juice, orange juice, and salt.
- Stir to combine. Garnish with a lime and serve.
Notes
- Tequila: Tequila blanco is not aged, lighter in body, and perfect for making mixed drinks like this one. Tequila reposado (which means “rested” and is aged in oak for at least 2 months) is ideal for sipping.
- Grapefruit soda: Mexicans usually use Fresca or Squirt (their Fresca is different! It’s not sugar-free!). If you want something made without corn syrup, look for Jarritos or Izze brand grapefruit sodas.
- Salt: This is usually added as a pinch on top of the drink, but you can also salt the rim like a Margarita.
- Garnish: A lime wedge is the traditional garnish. A slice of orange or ruby red grapefruit works, too.
- Yield: This recipe makes 1 Cantarito cocktail.
- Cantarito cups: These small clay pots are found at street fairs in Jalisco, Mexico and make a great cup for this refreshing drink. Soak the cups in water for 12 hours before use, then wash with soap and water and you're ready to go. No authentic clay Cantarito cups on hand? Just use a highball glass.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1cocktail
Calories
166kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Sodium
782mg
(33%)
Potassium
54mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
39IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
13mg
(14%)
Calcium
7mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 166 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cocktail | |
| Calories | 166kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 782mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 54mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 39IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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