1 serving
Mexican 55 ingredients
These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tequila Reposado | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 3 parts |
Lemon Juice | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Rich Simple Syrup | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Aromatic bitters | 2 dash | — | — | — |
Sparkling wine | 60 ml | 6 cl | 2 oz | 4 parts |
Lime | 1 wedge | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one very small thin fresh lime wedge at the rim
Method
How to make Mexican 55
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one clear Collins glass and cut exactly one very small thin fresh lime wedge for garnish.
- 02
Measure 45 ml reposado tequila, 30 ml fresh lemon juice, 15 ml rich simple syrup, and two dashes aromatic bitters into a shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with solid cold ice and shake hard for 10–12 seconds.
- 04
Strain into the chilled Collins glass over fresh clear cubed ice.
- 05
Pour 60 ml chilled sparkling wine slowly over the drink and stir once briefly to preserve its carbonation.
- 06
Set the single compact lime wedge neatly at the rim and serve without a straw or any additional garnish.
Tasting profile
What does Mexican 55 taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are freshness (5/5) and sourness (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Mexican 55 questions
What is in a Mexican 55?
Kokto’s build uses tequila reposado, lemon juice, rich simple syrup, aromatic bitters, sparkling wine, and lime.
How long does a Mexican 55 take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 6 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a Mexican 55 prepared?
It uses a shaken method and is served in a collins. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Mexican 55 alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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Evidence
Sources & editorial note
The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B192https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/1301/mexican-55 · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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