Salty Chihuahua

• Tequila
  60 ml (2 oz)

  Blanco tequila for a crisp, clean base
• Fresh grapefruit juice
  60 ml (2 oz)

  Preferably pink grapefruit for color and sweetness
• Lime juice
  15 ml (0.5 oz)

  Fresh squeezed for brightness
• Simple syrup
  15 ml (0.5 oz)

  Optional; adjust to taste depending on grapefruit tartness
• Coarse salt
  30 ml (1 oz)

  For rimming the glass
• Grapefruit wedge
  30 ml (1 oz)

  For garnish

• Rocks glass
• Cocktail shaker
• Jigger
• Citrus juicer
• Small plate (for salt)

1. 1

   Run a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass and dip the rim in coarse salt to coat.

2. 2

   Fill the glass with ice to chill.

3. 3

   In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup (if using).

4. 4

   Add ice and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds until well chilled.

5. 5

   Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass over fresh ice.

6. 6

   Garnish with a wedge of grapefruit on the rim.

• Bright, citrusy flavor profile that awakens the palate
• Perfect balance of tartness and salty-sweetness
• Easy to make with simple, accessible ingredients
• Ideal for summer parties, brunch, or casual sipping
• Salted rim adds a fun, flavorful twist

The Salty Chihuahua is a lively riff on the Salty Dog, which itself is a gin (or vodka) and grapefruit classic. No one knows exactly when tequila entered the picture, but it was likely in the sunny Southwest, where tequila and citrus drinks reign supreme. The name 'Salty Chihuahua' adds a playful, canine twist, hinting at both the salted rim and the cocktail's Mexican spirit. Over the years, it's become a favorite among those who crave a little more bite in their grapefruit cocktails.