What ingredients are in a Tequila Surprise?

full glass Tequila, About 8 drops Tabasco sauce

What glass do you use for a Tequila Surprise?

A Tequila Surprise is traditionally served in a Shot glass.

How strong is a Tequila Surprise?

A Tequila Surprise has an estimated ABV of 26,74%.

How many calories are in a Tequila Surprise?

A Tequila Surprise contains approximately 70 calories per serving.

Tequila Surprise

Copo Shot glass

Dificuldade Easy

Calorias ~70 kcal

ABV 26,74%

Ingredientes

Tequila full glass
Tabasco sauce About 8 drops

Instruções

Fill shot glass with Tequila. Add drops of Tobasco sauce.

Fruity Strong

Tequila Surprise é um shot ardente feito enchendo um copo de shot com tequila e adicionando várias gotas de molho Tabasco. A 'surpresa' é o contraste entre a ardência familiar da tequila e o calor e acidez repentinos do Tabasco, criando um final inesperadamente picante. É um shot ousado projetado para quem aprecia calor em sua experiência de bebida.

History & Origins

The Tequila Surprise is a modern novelty shot of disputed origin, likely developed in American and Mexican bar culture during the 1990s when Tabasco-spiked drinks and spicy shots became a popular bar dare. Hot sauce additions to shots reflect a broader cultural tendency to combine alcohol with spicy foods as a competitive or celebratory ritual. No specific creator or institution is credited.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Sharp tequila agave with a pungent, vinegary Tabasco note that announces the spice before the first sip. Palate: Bold tequila agave character immediately followed by a sharp chili heat from the Tabasco; the contrast between agave earthiness and hot sauce acidity is jarring and intense. Finish: Long, fiery, and persistent with lingering chili heat and tequila warmth.

agave spicy bold fiery pungent

Pro Tip

Use a good blanco tequila to allow the agave character to hold its own against the Tabasco, and start with 2-3 drops before escalating if desired.

Data verified Setembro 2017

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