Cantarito
A rustic citrus punch served in a clay pot.
The Cantarito is the authentic roadside cooler of Jalisco, blending tequila with a mix of orange, grapefruit, and lime juices, topped with grapefruit soda. Traditionally served in a clay cup (cantarito) which keeps the drink impossibly cold and adds an earthy aroma. It is more complex and citrus-forward than a Paloma, with a pinch of salt to tie the juices together. It is the ultimate refreshing agave punch.
Ingredients
- • 2 oz tequila reposado
- • 1 oz fresh orange juice
- • 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- • 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- • Grapefruit soda (Squirt or Jarritos) to top
Did you know?
“The porous clay of the traditional vessel allows for evaporation that cools the liquid inside, an ancient refrigeration technique.”
Bartender's Note
If you don't have a clay mug, a highball glass works, but soaking the clay pot in water first is the traditional cooling method.
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How to make the Cantarito
- 1Rim a clay mug or glass with chili salt (Tajín)
- 2Fill with ice
- 3Add tequila and fresh juices
- 4Top with grapefruit soda
- 5Stir to combine
- 6Garnish with citrus wedges
