Classic Martini
Vodka & gin
Bone-dry, crisp, olive-edged.
Works with Berry Salsa · Raspberry Salsa Bean Dip · Grilled Ort Chops With Cranberry Salsa
Cosmopolitan
Martini family
Vodka, cranberry, lime, triple sec. The pink one — tarter than it looks.
Why it works
Tropical, citrus-bright, and lightly tart pours echo the fruit at the center of the plate.
Works with Berry Salsa · Raspberry Salsa Bean Dip · Grilled Ort Chops With Cranberry Salsa
Daiquiri
Shaken sours
White rum, fresh lime, sugar. The simplest, brightest sour ever invented.
Why it works
Citrus and salt cut chile heat and refresh between fatty tortilla bites.
Works with Berry Salsa · Raspberry Salsa Bean Dip · Grilled Ort Chops With Cranberry Salsa
Margarita
Shaken sours
Tequila, fresh lime, triple sec. Salt rim optional but recommended.
Why it works
Citrus and salt cut chile heat and refresh between fatty tortilla bites.
Works with Berry Salsa · Raspberry Salsa Bean Dip · Grilled Ort Chops With Cranberry Salsa
Moscow Mule
Vodka & gin
Vodka, ginger beer, lime. Cuts through richness.
Why it works
Citrus and salt cut chile heat and refresh between fatty tortilla bites.
Works with Berry Salsa · Raspberry Salsa Bean Dip · Grilled Ort Chops With Cranberry Salsa
Paloma
Highball & long drinks
Tequila, fresh grapefruit, lime, salt, soda. The taco-day default.
Why it works
Citrus and salt cut chile heat and refresh between fatty tortilla bites.
Works with Berry Salsa · Raspberry Salsa Bean Dip · Grilled Ort Chops With Cranberry Salsa
Piña Colada
Tropical & tiki
Rum, pineapple, coconut cream. Vacation in liquid form.
Why it works
Tropical, citrus-bright, and lightly tart pours echo the fruit at the center of the plate.
Works with Berry Salsa · Raspberry Salsa Bean Dip · Grilled Ort Chops With Cranberry Salsa