Cocktails

Tijuana Taxi

Tijuana Taxi is an alcoholic cocktail built on Gold Tequila. It leans citrus and sweet. Built and served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 31.3% ABV and roughly 313 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic31.3% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

313 kcalCalories

31.3%ABV

14.8gSugar

20.7gCarbs

1.75Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easybuilt drink

Why: 5 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozGold tequilaBase Spirit
1.0 ozBlue curacaoLiqueur Modifier
1.0 ozTropical fruit schnappsLiqueur Modifier
Lemon-lime sodaOrange wheelGarnish
1 garnishmaraschino cherryGarnish

How to Make It

Pour first three ingredients into ice-filled large Highball glass.Pour
Fill with lemon-lime soda.Fill
Garnish with orange and cherry.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass: Highball Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Citrus Sweet

Supporting notes

Tropical Agave Earthy Peppery Cherry

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

High ABV
Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

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

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Food pairings

Tacos Mexican Food Spicy Food

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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Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Blue Curacao1.0 oz

Triple SecWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount; the drink will not keep the same color.
What changes: Triple sec can replace blue curaçao when the blue color is not needed.

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 July 12, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Tijuana Taxi?: The Tijuana Taxi is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 31.3%. A standard serving contains approximately 313 calories.
What does a Tijuana Taxi taste like?: Tijuana Taxi has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Sweet, Tropical, Agave. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Tijuana Taxi?: Tijuana Taxi pairs well with Tacos, Mexican Food, Spicy Food. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Tijuana Taxi?: The Tijuana Taxi has an ABV of approximately 31.3%. That's approximately 1.75 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 313 kcal, 14.8g sugar, 20.7g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Tijuana Taxi typically served?: Tijuana Taxi is often suggested for Summer, Taco Night, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Tijuana Taxi?: If you enjoy Tijuana Taxi, 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 Tijuana Taxi at home?: Yes. The Tijuana Taxi uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Highball 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 Tijuana Taxi 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.