Top 5 Shooting Tequilas

Tequila shots are a "stylin" way to kick start the night. We all know the classic tequila shot is salt, tequila, lemon (or lime) and we know Jose Cuervo Gold is undisputedly the most popular tequila, but there are other excellent tequilas and Mezcals that taste better and offer a variety of flavor and heat. When choosing a bottle for shooting, stick with Blanco or Gold tequila or Mezcal. Añejo or Reposado is expensive, and a waste, if you don't fully enjoy experience.

1. Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila







The world's most popular tequila and the most often used for shots. Cuervo Gold is a smooth, sweet tequila made from a blend of premium and reposado tequilas.


2. Herencia de Plata Tequila Blanco
A bottle of Herencia de Plata Tequila Blanco is a great blanco tequila for shots. The distinguished flavors of this tequila are highlighted with a smoky, herbal note. A shot of this 100% agave tequila will leave your mouth with a hot, fruity, pepper snap.


3. Don Eduardo Silver Tequila


Don Eduardo Silver Tequila does not have the harshness of many other tequilas. The mix of pepper and fruit flavors produce a smooth, silky 100% agave tequila that will not ruin your night when you shoot it and follow up with a lime.






4. Lapis Platinum Tequila
You will not find much of a burn from a shot of this 100% agave blanco tequila that has a slight hint of honey and sweet agave flavors. Lapis Platinum Tequila sells for around $30 and has a smooth pepper finish instead of the bite.


5. Olmeca Tequila Blanco

For those on a budget a bottle of Olmeca Tequila Blanco is a great choice for a blanco tequila. This light, dry tequila is balanced with layers of pepper, fruit and spice that finishes with a snap of sweet agave, salt and pepper.