Cocktails

Dirty Daisy

Dirty Daisy is an alcoholic cocktail built on Reposado Tequila. It leans citrus and savory. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 15.7% ABV and roughly 264 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic15.7% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

264 kcalCalories

15.7%ABV

12.3gSugar

17.9gCarbs

1.42Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 5 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozReposado tequilaBase Spirit
1.0 ozWhite CuracaoLiqueur Modifier
2.0 ozOlive brineOther
1.0 ozBalsamic vinegarOther
1.0 ozFresh Lime JuiceJuice

How to Make It

Shake well with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.Shaken
Garnish with lime wheel.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass: Cocktail Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Savory

Supporting notes

Salty Agave Earthy Peppery

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Taco NightSuggested from its agave and peppery notes, pairing with mexican food and tacos.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

Seafood Ceviche Salads

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Reposado Tequila2.0 oz

Blanco TequilaWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; taste before changing sweetener or citrus.
What changes: Blanco tequila can replace reposado tequila when a crisper, brighter variation is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Fresh Lime Juice1.0 oz

Lemon JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes: Lemon juice can usually replace lime juice, but the drink becomes less tropical and more lemon-forward.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Dirty Daisy?: The Dirty Daisy is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 15.7%. A standard serving contains approximately 264 calories.
What does a Dirty Daisy taste like?: Dirty Daisy has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Savory, Salty. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Dirty Daisy?: Dirty Daisy pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Dirty Daisy?: The Dirty Daisy has an ABV of approximately 15.7%. That's approximately 1.42 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 264 kcal, 12.3g sugar, 17.9g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Dirty Daisy typically served?: Dirty Daisy is often suggested for Taco Night, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Dirty Daisy?: If you enjoy Dirty Daisy, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Dirty Daisy at home?: Yes. The Dirty Daisy uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Dirty Daisy with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.