Refreshingly tart, the flavors of tequila with a subtle mix of sweet orange and grapefruit, make this salty chihuahua the perfect cocktail. This Mexican-inspired cocktail is based on the classic salty dog and we think it tastes perfect!
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Why you’ll love this refreshing cocktail
- This perfect cocktail is a refreshing, light cocktail.
- Made in 5 minutes, this is so simple, quick, and easy!
- Completely scalable it’s the perfect party cocktail and you can make it ahead too!
- It’s 100% vegetarian and vegan.
Salty chihuahua vs Salty dog
A salty dog is made from vodka, triple sec, and grapefruit juice.
A salty chihuahua replaces the vodka with tequila – simple!
There’s something so irresistible about this refreshing cocktail that makes it great by the poolside, at a party, or sitting and watching the sun go down.
Do I need to make the salt rim for my glass?
Yes, you do!
You really can’t have a salty chihuahua without the salt can you?
Apart from the name, the salt gives the perfect balance with the grapefruit juice.
Salty chihuahua shots
This perfect cocktail recipe is great for making shots, simply follow our recipe instructions but instead of using an old-fashioned or tumbler glass, use shot glasses instead!
Can I make this ahead?
Yes, this is the perfect cocktail to make ahead.
You can make it the day ahead and store it in the fridge to keep it chilled.
Just remember to remove the ice cubes or your cocktail will be diluted.
Recipe notes and expert tips
- Don’t have any cocktail equipment?
That’s not a problem, use a jar with a lid as your shaker and a tea strainer to strain your cocktail into the glass. - Like it a little more tart?
Add a squeeze of lime juice. - Got leftover grapefruit?
Cut it into slices and freeze it, they make perfect grapefruit ice slices in your cocktails! - Make it ahead
Make your cocktail and keep it chilling in the fridge, just remember to remove the ice cubes or it’ll dilute and don’t make your salty rim, or it’ll harden too much. - Turn it pink
Use pink grapefruit to give a lovely pink look to your cocktail.
How to make a salty chihuahua cocktail with step-by-step instructions
Making a salty chihuahua is easy if you follow our simple instructions.
Take your old-fashioned glass and wipe a lime wedge around the rim, then swirl it gently round in coarse salt so the salt sticks to the rim and set aside.
Add ice cubes to a cocktail shaker, then add fresh grapefruit juice, silver tequila, and triple sec or Cointreau.
Secure the lid on your cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for approximately 20 seconds, then strain and fill the glass, garnish with a lime wedge, serve and enjoy – cheers!
We hope you enjoyed making this delicious tequila cocktail and would love to hear how you got on with making it.
Please leave a comment below and feel free to ask any questions you may have.
More tequila cocktails for you to enjoy
If you like our salty chihuahua cocktail then you should check our other tequila cocktail recipes out; margarita, tequila sunrise, Paloma, watermelon margarita, and envy.
Salty chihuahua cocktail
Utensils
Ingredients
- 1 Lime wedge
- 1 tbsp Coarse salt
- Ice cubes
- 5 oz Fresh grapefruit juice
- 2 oz Silver tequila
- 1 oz Triple sec
- 1 Lime wedge to garnish
Instructions
- Take your old-fashioned glass and wipe a lime wedge around the rim, then swirl it gently round in coarse salt so the salt sticks to the rim, and set aside1 Lime wedge, 1 tbsp Coarse salt
- Add ice cubes to a cocktail shaker, then add fresh grapefruit juice, silver tequila, and triple sec or Cointreau. Secure the lid on your cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for approximately 20 seconds, then strain and fill the glass, garnish with a lime wedge, serve and enjoy – cheers!Ice cubes, 5 oz Fresh grapefruit juice, 2 oz Silver tequila, 1 oz Triple sec, 1 Lime wedge
Notes
- Don’t have any cocktail equipment?
That’s not a problem, use a jar with a lid as your shaker, a shot glass for a jigger, and a tea strainer to strain your cocktail into the glass - Like it a little more tart?
Add a squeeze of lime juice - Got leftover grapefruit?
Cut it into slices and freeze it, they make perfect grapefruit ice slices in your cocktails! - Make it ahead
Make your cocktail and keep it chilling in the fridge, just remember to remove the ice cubes or it’ll dilute, and don’t make your salty rim or it’ll harden too much - Turn it pink
Use pink grapefruit to give a lovely pink look to your cocktail
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.
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