Muertos Margarita: The Best Day of the Dead Margarita Recipe 💀

Celebrate the beautiful ancient Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos with a delicious Muertos Margarita. This Day of the Dead margarita is a beautiful tribute to loved ones and a truly spectacular drink. By combining the rich, smoky flavors of mezcal and the festive notes of spiced cocoa, this Muertos Margarita is both savory and sweet, making it a perfect Halloween cocktail alternative.

What Makes This a Great Day of the Dead Margarita?

This cocktail is designed to be a thoughtful and celebratory drink. Unlike a traditional margarita, this recipe incorporates a rich, complex flavor profile that honors the celebratory nature of the holiday. The smoky mezcal and sweet tangerine juice are perfectly balanced by the spicy kick of Ancho Reyes. A few dashes of our signature El Guapo™ Spiced Cocoa Bitters add a deep, chocolatey complexity with hints of cinnamon and chili, which ties all the flavors together in a truly memorable day of the dead margarita.

How to Make the Muertos Margarita

This recipe is simple to follow and ensures a perfectly balanced drink every time.

Makes one cocktail

x The Sauceress

• 1 oz Reposado Tequila
• 0.5 oz Mezcal
• 0.5 oz Ancho Reyes
• 1 oz Tangerine Juice
• 0.5 oz Fresh Lime Juice
• 1 oz El Guapo™ Ginger Syrup
• 4 dashes El Guapo™ Spiced Cocoa Bitters
• Black Lava Salt
• Dried or fresh hot pepper, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Rim your glass with black lava salt by dipping the rim into a little bit of El Guapo™ Ginger Syrup. Shake off the excess and dip it into the black lava salt.
2. Combine the tequila, mezcal, Ancho Reyes, tangerine juice, lime juice, ginger syrup, and El Guapo™ Spiced Cocoa Bitters in a cocktail shaker with ice.
3. Shake quickly to chill the mixture.
4. Fill your prepared glass with fresh ice.
5. Strain the contents of the cocktail shaker into the glass.
6. Garnish with a lime wedge and a dried or fresh hot pepper.

Looking for more cocktail inspiration? Explore our complete collection of recipes and discover your next favorite drink. Have a question? Contact us for assistance, or visit El Guapo’s homepage to explore everything we offer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between tequila and mezcal?

A: Both tequila and mezcal are made from agave, but they are produced differently. Tequila is made from only one type of agave (blue agave) and is usually steamed, while mezcal can be made from many different types of agave and is traditionally cooked in earthen pits, which gives it a distinct smoky flavor.

Q: What do spiced cocoa bitters taste like?

A: El Guapo™ Spiced Cocoa Bitters are a rich, aromatic blend of chocolate, cinnamon, and chili peppers. They provide a warm, slightly spicy flavor with a deep, earthy bitterness that is perfect for adding complexity to cocktails.

Q: What is Día de los Muertos?

A: Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a beautiful Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1st and 2nd. It is a time for families to gather and honor and remember loved ones who have passed away. It is a celebration of life and death, filled with vibrant colors, food, music, and traditions.