A bright, bubbly twist on a classic.
If any of you know me in the slightest you know my drink of choice is either a tequila or Champagne.
That’s why I decided to combine the best of both worlds in this Mexican 75 tequila cocktail! And it couldn’t be any simpler to make.
And guys, this drink is the PERFECT balance of light and bubbly but still so full of that tangy flavor you want from a margarita.
Whether for a special celebration or just a weeknight happy hour, do yourself a favor and make this epic cocktail.
Most delicious thing I have ever drank!
– Blaire
Ingredients and Substitutions
For the exact measurements and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card below.
- Champagne. Choose a Champagne or sparkling wine based on how sweet you like your drink. A good prosecco or brut adds bubbles without making it too sugary or tart.
- Tequila. For the best flavor, choose a reposado, as it’s been aged longer with a sweeter flavor than Blanco (or silver tequila). If you like more of a whiskey taste, an anejo is great, as well. Be sure to choose a good quality tequila that you like the taste of. (Lunazul, Espolon, and Lalo are some of my favorite brands for mixing into tequila cocktails!)
- Lime juice. Trust me, you want fresh-squeezed lime juice. You’ll need 1 to 2 limes for each glass.
- Agave nectar. This natural sweetener complements the lime and tequila, and it’s easy to find at the grocery store. You might see it called agave syrup. You can also sub in a simple syrup, as well.
Step-by-step Instructions
Please see the recipe card below for the full instructions, ingredient amounts, and a printable recipe.
Mix the ingredients.
Add ice to fill a cocktail shaker. Then, carefully pour in the tequila, lime juice, and agave nectar. The Champagne is added later—shaking and carbonation don’t mix.
Shake the drink ingredients for about 10 to 20 seconds. You’ll feel the outside of the shaker get cold.
Prep the glass.
Unlike margaritas, this drink is made for an 8 oz. Champagne flute (these are some of my favorite stemless Champagne flutes if you’re worried about spilling!)
I prefer salt on the rim of my glass when I’m enjoying a Mexican 75, but if you like your cocktails a bit sweeter, you can use sugar.
The easiest way to do this is to cut a slit in a quarter of a lime wedge and run it around the top of the glass. Then, dip the rim of your Champagne flute into a plateful of either salt or sugar. (Here’s more info on how to salt a rim.)
Strain and serve.
After you’ve shaken the drink and prepared the rim, use a strainer to pour the cocktail evenly into the cups. Then, fill the rest of the way with Champagne.
Garnish this delicious cocktail with a wedge of lime, if preferred.
FAQs
Yes! You can definitely mix Champagne and tequila. In fact, it’s a surprisingly delicious combination. Just be sure not to shake the Champagne if making a martini-type drink.
A “Mexican 75” is a tequila twist on the classic French 75. Instead of lemon juice and gin, you use lime juice and tequila. It is then finished off with bubbly to give you a light and refreshing tequila Champagne cocktail with a bit of a kick.
Blanco tequila is the go-to here. It’s clean, crisp, and won’t overpower the citrus or sparkling wine.
Absolutely. Any dry sparkling wine works great—just aim for something not too sweet so the drink stays balanced.
Yes! Mix the tequila, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a pitcher ahead of time. Add the bubbly right before serving so it stays nice and fizzy.
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Mexican 75 (Tequila and Champagne Cocktail)
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Ingredients
- 4 ounces tequila silver or reposado
- 2 ounces lime juice fresh
- 1-2 tablespoons agave nectar to taste
- 10 ounces Champagne or sparkling wine
- Ice
Instructions
- Prep the Glass. Salt or sugar the rim of two 8-oz. champagne flutes.
- Mix the Ingredients. Fill a cocktail shaker all of the way up with ice and add the tequila, lime juice, and agave nectar. Shake ingredients for 10-20 seconds, or until chilled.4 ounces tequila, 2 ounces lime juice, 1-2 tablespoons agave nectar, Ice
- Strain and Serve. Strain the tequila mixture between the two flutes and then fill each flute to ¾ full with the Champagne or sparkling wine. Garnish with a twist or wedge of lime and enjoy!10 ounces Champagne
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Notes
- Tequila: Grab a good tequila you like the flavor of.
- Lime juice: Squeeze the limes yourself for the best results.
- Champagne: Add the Champagne AFTER shaking the cocktail.
- Salt: Don’t skip the salted rim!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Gorgeous cocktail. I love the French 75 and I love a good margarita, so this was a no-brainer!
Yay! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe! I agree! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment!
Most Delicious thing I have ever drank!
Yay! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe, Blaire! It’s dangerously good! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment and rating!
Could you make this ahead of time then add the champagne when you pour the glasses?
Hi Robin! I haven’t tried it, but I don’t see why you couldn’t combine the tequila, lime, and agave ahead of time, then mix in the champagne just before serving. Let me know how it goes!
Mexican 75 is an amazing cocktail, and I enjoy drinking it with my mates. I got to know about this drink from a close friend of mine, and ever since then, I’ve been making this drink daily. It’s great for me.
Yay, Greg! So happy to hear you enjoyed the drink recipe. Thanks so much for your comment and rating 🙂
I found this on pinterest while looking for cocktain recipies. This was delicious!! I used repasado instead of silver tequila but it didn’t disappoint. I also added a little margarita mix to give it a little more sweetness. Great cocktail.
Yay! So happy you enjoyed it. Reposado probably added a nice subtle sweetness to it. Thanks for the comment/rating!
What kind of champagne do you suggest?
It depends on your champagne tastes… I like a drier champagne and tend to go for Mumm Napa Brut (or any other brut.) If you like your drinks a bit sweeter, “Cuvee” champagnes (or sparkling wines) and most Proseccos will work great! I would use a decent champagne (try not to go under $10/bottle) since it does make up the majority of the drink!! Hope you enjoy it!!
Love this . Tequila … Champagne !! Oh my.
As a true margarita gal, I am so thankful for this recipe in a time of champagne. This is exactly how I’d like to start the new year!
I couldn’t agree with you more, Karly!! Champagne + Margarita = an Awesome New Year!! 🙂