Cocktails

Tommy's Margarita

Tommy's Margarita is a cocktail made with Tequila, Lime Juice, and Agave Syrup. The listed recipe is shaken and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass.

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Cocktailalcoholic31.9% ABV3 ingredients

Nutrition information is not yet available for this drink.

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How hard is it to make?

Easyshaken drink

Why: 3 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

4.5 clTequilaUnknown
1.5 clLime JuiceUnknown
2 spoonsAgave syrupUnknown

How to Make It

Shake and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.Shaken

How to Serve

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

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Agave Sweet Citrus

Supporting notes

Earthy Peppery Tart

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
Bright and citrusy
Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

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 Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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

Tequila4.5 cl

MezcalWorks, but changes the drink

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

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Agave Syrup2 spoons

Simple SyrupWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount, then adjust if the drink tastes thin or less rounded.
What changes: Simple syrup can replace agave syrup when you want a more neutral sweetener.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-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.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Last updated July 24, 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

How strong is a Tommy's Margarita?: The Tommy's Margarita has an ABV of approximately 31.9%. That's approximately 1.08 US standard drinks. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
Can I make a Tommy's Margarita at home?: Yes. The Tommy's Margarita uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.