Tommy’s Margarita Recipe

Tommys margarita is an elegant on the classic margarita recipe. It was invented in the early 90s by julio bermejo at tommys mexican restaurant in san francisco, where you can still order one today. Its a little bit sweet, a little bit tart, and ultra-smooth; we might almost prefer this to the classic recipe The twist is the sweetener. The classic margarita uses triple sec for sweetener (along with an optional dab of simple syrup or agave nectar). Tommys margarita omits the triple sec, instead using a larger measure of agave syrup to tame the tartness of the lime and the burn of the tequila. Theres a reason this recipe has survived so long; its perfectly balanced and so very sippable. Most recipes (including the one served at tommys) call for blanco tequila but we think its also fantastic with an aged tequila, with its more agave-forward flavors.