Tequila Herb Garden

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Tequila Herb Garden cocktail containing Mint leaves, Milagro Reposado Tequila, Chartreuse Yellow, Suze Aperitif, Freshly squeezed lemon juice in a Nick & Nora.

Curiada Ingredients

1.00 fl oz Milagro Reposado Tequila or alternative
0.67 fl oz Chartreuse Yellow or alternative
0.50 fl oz Suze Aperitif or alternative

Other Ingredients

5.00 fresh Mint leaves
0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

Chill Nick & Nora glass
Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker
Add ice to shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled Nick & Nora glass
Garnish with mint leaf

Cocktail Description

The Tequila Herb Garden is what happens when Mexico's most famous spirit takes a refreshing stroll through a French herbal garden.

This sophisticated cocktail balances the earthy, slightly oaky notes of reposado tequila with a complex herbal symphony from Yellow Chartreuse and Suze, all brightened by fresh mint and zippy lemon juice. The result is surprisingly balanced—vegetal and grassy with pleasant bitterness, a touch of sweetness, and a clean citrus finish. While it requires a couple of specialty liqueurs that might not be in everyone's home bar, the mixing technique is straightforward—just a standard shake and fine strain into an elegant Nick & Nora glass. It's perfect for spring and summer afternoons or as an impressive pre-dinner drink when entertaining guests who appreciate craft cocktails. This botanical sipper pairs beautifully with light Mexican fare like fish tacos or ceviche, where its herbal qualities complement rather than overwhelm delicate flavors.