Cocktails

Tequila Smash

Tequila Smash is an alcoholic cocktail built on Blanco Tequila. It leans cherry and citrus. Muddled and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass.

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Cocktailalcoholic6 ingredients

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How hard is it to make?

Advancedmuddled drink

Why: 6 ingredients, muddled drink, requires shaker, muddler

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

4.0 ozBlueberriesOther
4.0 ozBing cherriesOther
2.0 ozBlanco tequilaBase Spirit
2.0 ozMaraschino liqueurLiqueur Modifier
2.0 ozFresh Lime JuiceJuice
to tasteLime wheel skewered with blueberry and Bing cherryOther

Tools:Mixing Glass

How to Make It

Muddle blueberries and cherries in mixing glass.Muddled
Add remaining ingredients and shake.Shaken
Double-strain into ice-filled old-fashioned glass.Strain
Garnish with skewered fruit.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass: Old-Fashioned Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Cherry Citrus

Supporting notes

BlueberryTart Agave Almond Dry

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Taco NightSuggested from its agave and lime notes.
Seafood DinnerSuggested from its citrus notes, pairing with ceviche and seafood.

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

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Not enough information

Gluten-FreeVegetarian

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

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Blanco Tequila2.0 oz

Reposado TequilaWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; taste before changing sweetener or citrus.
What changes: Reposado tequila can replace blanco tequila when a rounder, lightly oaked variation is acceptable.

MezcalWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount; reduce other smoky or bitter ingredients if the drink becomes too intense.
What changes: Mezcal can replace blanco tequila when a smokier, earthier agave profile is welcome.

Maraschino Liqueur2.0 oz

MaraschinoGood swap

How much to use: Use the same amount.
What changes: Maraschino can replace maraschino liqueur when the recipe uses it as a liqueur ingredient.

Fresh Lime Juice2.0 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.

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 Tequila Smash?: The Tequila Smash is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It is a non-alcoholic drink.
What does a Tequila Smash taste like?: Tequila Smash has a flavour profile featuring Cherry, Citrus, Blueberry, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Tequila Smash?: Tequila Smash pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Tequila Smash?: The strength of Tequila Smash depends on the exact measures and spirits used. Check the individual ingredient quantities in the recipe above for a precise estimate.
When is a Tequila Smash typically served?: Tequila Smash is often suggested for Seafood Dinner, Taco Night, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Tequila Smash?: If you enjoy Tequila Smash, 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 Tequila Smash at home?: Yes. The Tequila Smash uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned 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 Tequila Smash 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.