Don't shoot! It's National Tequila Day

Ola señoritas! Today is not only one of the hottest days ever (seriously, is anyone else fed up of the under-boob sweat yet?) but it's also National Tequila Day 2014.

But before you go to grab a bottle with a little plastic Mexican hat and lime wedges, make something altogether more classy than the standard shot. Tequila Rose, a personal favourite of mine after my Christmas spent sipping this deliciously divine drink with family, is a great base for some deliciously sweet cocktails.

It tastes just like strawberry milkshake and is best served cold with a cube or two of ice. It's imported from America, so keep your eyes out for it and when you can grab a bottle, do!

If you want to try and get a bit more creative with this sweet drink, here are a few tried and tested cocktails. We loved the Tequila Rose Angel, definitely give this one a go!



Tequila Rose Strawberry Margarita

50ml Tequila Rose
50ml Tequila
A dash of triple sec
Pink sprinkles for decoration

Method: Pour ingredients into a tall glass, fill with crushed ice and scatter the sprinkles on top.

Tequila Rose Strawberry Kiss

50ml Tequila Rose
15ml White Rum2
25ml Chocolate Liquor

Method: Shake all the ingredients together and strain into a chilled Martini Glass garnished with chocolate sprinkles. Serve with fresh strawberries.

Tequila Rose Angel

Fresh mint leaves
50ml Tequila Rose
20ml Black
Raspberry Liqueur
20ml Half & Half

Method: Shake the ingredients with ice and strain into a cold glass, garnish with the fresh mint leaves.

If you really must drink it in a shot, layer Tequila Rose with Black Sambuca. Or try it with an equal measure of Malibu for a refreshingly sweet sip.

For more recipe suggestions and further information head on over to the Tequila Rose Facebook page.

Image courtesy Russ Bowling.