3 minutes • Shot glass
Tajin Trophy
It tastes like a toast made under bright lights, with enough swagger for the record-brand angle.
Apricot lends a plush stone-fruit sweetness, lime adds tension, and the Tajín edge turns the finish savory, citrusy, and quietly addictive.
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Detailed description
Tajin Trophy is a spicy and savory shots built around tequila. It tastes like a toast made under bright lights, with enough swagger for the record-brand angle.
The build centers on 3/4 oz tequila blanco, 1/2 oz apricot liqueur, 1/4 oz lime juice, and 1/4 oz agave syrup. In the glass, apricot lends a plush stone-fruit sweetness, lime adds tension, and the Tajín edge turns the finish savory, citrusy, and quietly addictive.
It comes together in 3 minutes and is served in a shot glass. Serve it right after mixing so the salty or spicy finish stays bright and direct.
Home bar notes
Prep time
3 minutes
Glassware
Shot glass
Equipment
Serving tip
Serve it right after mixing so the salty or spicy finish stays bright and direct.
How to make it
- Shake with ice and strain into a shot glass; Tajin rim optional when it suits the flavor profile.
Why this one works
Apricot lends a plush stone-fruit sweetness, lime adds tension, and the Tajín edge turns the finish savory, citrusy, and quietly addictive.
Make it your own
Salt, spice, or brine can take over fast, so make small adjustments and retaste before scaling it for a group.
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