When it comes to taco night, pairing your delicious tacos with the perfect tequila cocktail can take the flavors of your meal to the next level. At Bank+Vine, we’ve come up with an innovative list of tequila drink pairings to complement our unique and flavorful taco creations. Whether you’re a seasoned tequila expert or just beginning to explore the world of agave spirits, these pairings are sure to impress you and your taste buds.
Pineapple Coconut Margarita with Shrimp Tacos
Pineapple Coconut Margarita
A tropical delight, this margarita combines the sweetness of pineapple with the creamy richness of coconut. It’s a refreshing and slightly exotic twist on the classic margarita.
Shrimp Taco
Shrimp taco ingredients: cabbage, red onion, chipotle aioli.
The creamy coconut and sweet pineapple notes in the margarita complement the smoky heat of the chipotle aioli, creating a delicious contrast. The crisp cabbage and tangy red onion add a refreshing crunch that enhances the overall flavor experience, making each bite and sip a harmonious blend of sweet, spicy, and refreshing flavors.
Pickle Watermelon Margarita with Caesar Tacos
Pickle Watermelon Margarita
Mi Campo Tequila serves as the base for this unique margarita, which features the refreshing taste of watermelon with a surprising twist of pickle juice. It’s an adventurous and bold flavor combination that stands out. Don’t knock it until you try it!
Caesar Taco
Taco ingredients: anchovy, romaine, pecorino, caesar dressing.
The savory and tangy flavors of the Caesar taco pairs beautifully with the refreshing Pickle Watermelon Margarita. The salty anchovy and sharp pecorino cheese enhance the bold flavors of the pickle juice in the margarita. This pairing creates a unique and delightful combination. The romaine adds a crisp texture that complements the watermelon’s sweetness, making for an exciting and well-balanced pairing.
Sweet Heat Margarita with Lamb Taco
Sweet Heat Margarita
Margarita ingredients: Reposado Tequila, Cointreau, Watermelon Juice, Lime, Agave, Muddled Jalapeno, Chili Salt Rim.
A bold and flavorful cocktail, the Sweet Heat Margarita combines the sweetness of watermelon and agave with the spicy kick of muddled jalapeno and a chili salt rim. It’s a perfect balance of sweet and heat.
Lamb Taco
Taco ingredients: corn tortilla, pickled shallots, cucumber, mint sour cream.
The Sweet Heat Margarita adds an extra layer of complexity to the Lamb Taco. The jalapeno’s heat and the chili salt rim enhance the savory flavors of the lamb. While the watermelon and agave offer a refreshing sweetness that balances the flavors.
Not to mention, at Bank+Vine’s Tacos and Tequila night you can build your own taco and create a new pairing on your own!
At Bank+Vine, we believe that the right tequila pairing can turn a good taco night into a great one. Whether you’re enjoying the tropical notes of a Pineapple Coconut Margarita, the bold flavors of a Pickle Watermelon Margarita, or the complex Sweet Heat Margarita, these pairings are designed to complement and enhance each taco’s unique flavors.
Join us for our last taco night of the summer at Bank+Vine this Thursday, July 25th!
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