March 31, 2011 8:22 am

Drink of the Day: Tequila Partida Blanco

It's not quite Cinco de Mayo, but I know exactly what tequila I'll be drinking when it's time to celebrate: Tequila Partida. Although Cinco de Mayo has become more of an American celebration of Mexican heritage rather than an actual Mexican holiday, there is nothing more Mexican than Tequila Partida. Made in the heart of the historic tequila region of Mexico (a town called Tequila in Jalisco, Mexico), this tequila is made according to tradition from blue agave plants that have been given almost ten years to fully mature, creating a tequila that is smooth but still maintains a rich flavor. Tequila Partida is distilled twice after letting the pina part of the agave plant cook slowly, and maintains the quality that tequila should have when it was first produced more in mass over 200 years ago.

When it comes to tequila, the quality is very important. Like most liquor, a cheaper version (even when a small amount is carefully blended into a cocktail like a Margarita) is extremely detectable. Not only does Tequila Partida mix beautifully into a drink, it can also almost be sipped if taken like a shot because of its smooth taste and even flavor.

Because tequila derives from Mexico, there's no better way to drink it than with a little heat. Adding cucumber and jalapeno is a great way to spice up your tequila and start to usher in the warmer weather.

Southern Heat

Ingredients
1 1/2 oz Partida Blanco Tequila
3/4 oz Cointreau
1 oz Fresh squeezed lime juice
6 slices of cucumber skinned
2 to 3 slices of Jalapeno
1/4 oz of Simple syrup

Preparation
1. In a mixing glass muddle the cucumber, Jalapeno, lime juice and simple syrup. Add the ice, Partida Blanco Tequila & Cointreau.

2. Shake and strain over fresh into an Old-fashioned glass and garnish with cucumber slices fanned out.

Tip: Tequila Blanco means that the tequila is a clear color and was bottled immediately after being distilled. A darker tequila is distilled longer. Like wine, Blanco tequilas are slightly sweeter and easier to drink if you are unfamiliar darker versions like Resposado or Anejo.

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— Written by Valerie Cario

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