MDW Cocktail: Brighten up the BBQ with Tequila Corralejo Strawberry Black Pepper Smash

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With Memorial Day Weekend coming up, kicking off the unofficial start of summer, to share a seasonal cocktail from Tequila Corralejo that would be a great fit for any MDW or summer entertaining roundups.

The Strawberry Black Pepper Smash taps into summer cocktail trends like fresh fruit, easy entertaining, and savory-spicy flavors. Made with Tequila Corralejo Silver, it opens with juicy strawberry and finishes with a subtle peppery bite.

It’s an easy warm-weather pour for backyard hosting, BBQs, poolside afternoons, and long weekend gatherings. Simple to make at home, but with a layered flavor profile that stands out more than the standard margarita. An optional splash of soda adds extra lift for summer.

Tequila Corralejo Strawberry Black Pepper Smash

Ingredients:

1.5 oz Tequila Corralejo Silver

2–3 fresh strawberries, hulled

0.5 oz fresh lemon juice

0.5 oz agave syrup

2–3 cracks fresh black pepper, plus more for garnish

1 oz soda water, optional

Method:

Muddle strawberries gently in a shaker, keeping some texture. Add tequila, lemon juice, agave, and cracked black pepper. Add ice and shake hard for 10–12 seconds. Double strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Top with a splash of soda, if desired. Garnish with a strawberry slice, a light crack of black pepper, and optional basil leaf.

About Tequila CorralejoTequila Corralejo is one of Mexico’s most historic and storied tequila producers, with over 250 years of craftsmanship rooted in tradition and authenticity. As the oldest commercial distillery in Mexico, it remains family-owned and operated, preserving its legacy through generations.

Founded at Hacienda Corralejo, a national landmark and the birthplace of Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, leader of the Mexican War of Independence, Corralejo was the first estate in Mexico to produce tequila on a commercial scale. Its location in Guanajuato makes it one of the few tequila brands produced outside the province of Jalisco, contributing to its distinct character and flavor profile.

Corralejo tequilas are made using 100% estate-grown blue weber agave and traditional methods that have been refined and perfected by local artisans for more than two centuries. Each bottle is crafted in-house using custom glass, a testament to the brand’s commitment to quality and attention to detail.

Today, Tequila Corralejo continues to celebrate the bold spirit of Mexico, produced at the intersection of history, craftsmanship, and cultural pride.

Learn more at https://corralejotequila.com