A Fizzy Filthy Flecharita adds some flavorful effervescence to cocktail hour

While the classic margarita is hard to top, even an iconic cocktail can get a glow-up. As a sour cocktail, the balance of acidity and sweet makes a margarita quite refreshing. But, sometimes that simple potent potable might appreciate a little extra floater. Instead of another shot of liquor, choose another bubbly beverage. The Fizzy Filthy Flecharita could be sipper that becomes a cocktail hour favorite.

As many mixologists appreciate, mixers are often as important as the liquor in a cocktail. A premium liquor needs a better mixer. Unlike a fashion ensemble that can sometimes balance a designer bag with a less pricey dress, mixing and matching in the cocktail glass is less favorable.

Filthy is a company that offers a variety of premium cocktail products. From a wonderfully briny olive to a sweet, tart cherry, these items offer clean flavors. In addition to the garnishes, the brand offers margarita mix and a Bloody Mary mix. The idea is that better ingredients make for better beverages.

Recently, Filthy shared a cocktail recipe in partnership with Flecha Azul Blanco Tequila. The ultra premium tequila balances a look back at tradition and a look forward towards innovation. Similar to the arrow in its name, this tequila brand hits its mark with flavor and craft.

For its take on a classic margarita, the Filthy Flecharita is celebrated in its simplicity. Here’s how to make one.

Filthy Flecharita

Ingredients:

• 2oz Flecha Azul Blanco Tequila
• 1 oz Filthy Margarita Mix
• ¾ oz fresh lime juice
• Garnish with a lime wedge or 3 Filthy Black Cherry garnishes

Method:

• Fill your shaker with ice and combine tequila, margarita mix and fresh lime juice. Shake well and strain into a rocks glass. Garnish with a lime wedge or black cherries. Enjoy!

For twist, a Fizzy Filthy Flecharita, consider changing the ratios slightly and add a little sparkling water, like a Topo Chico mineral water. For example, reducing the tequila by ½ oz and adding 1 oz of sparkling mineral water makes the cocktail a little lighter, but it does not lose the flavor.

Another twist on this classic would be to use freeze the Filthy Black Cherries in an ice cube. It keeps that cocktail chilled and the cherries are a sweet treat after the beverage is gone.

Lastly, for people who prefer a sweeter margarita, the Cherry Filthy Flecharita is the perfect choice. It has that sparkling water component and the sweetness from the cherries. Instead of shaking up another strawberry margarita, consider this sophisticated option.

Cherry Filthy Flecharita

Ingredients:

• 1 1⁄2 oz Flecha Azul Blanco Tequila
• 1⁄2 oz fresh lime juice
• 1⁄2 oz Filthy Black Cherry Syrup
• 1 oz sparkling water
• Garnish with 3 Filthy cherries

Method:

• Fill a shaker with ice and combine tequila, fresh lime juice and black cherry syrup.
• Shake vigorously and strain into a coupe glass. Top off with sparkling water and garnish with Filthy Black Cherry.

Ready to give that classic margarita a little Filthy twist? Once a cocktail gets a little filthy, it can be hard to go back.