Strawberry-Mint Balsamic Tequila Smash

Sweet, ripe strawberries paired with tangy balsamic vinegar, mixed with fresh lime juice and mint, make for a refreshing and tart-sweet tequila cocktail that's perfect for sipping on warm summer days.

Strawberry-Mint Balsamic Tequila Smash

A refreshing tequila cocktail with ripe strawberries, balsamic vinegar, and fresh mint for a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 ounces fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice (from 1 lime)
  • 1/4 teaspoon balsamic syrup or glaze
  • 10 mint leaves
  • 2 ounces silver tequila (100% agave)
  • Garnish: Additional sprigs of mint and/or whole strawberry

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle strawberries, simple syrup, lime juice, and balsamic syrup until strawberries are completely dissolved.
  2. Add mint leaves and gently tap 5 times with muddler. Do not over-muddle the mint.
  3. Add tequila to the shaker and fill 2/3 full with ice.
  4. Shake until well chilled, about 15 seconds.
  5. Using a strainer, pour into a serving glass filled with ice.
  6. Garnish with additional mint or strawberry if desired.