Tequila Surprise
The Tequila Surprise is a very strong tequila shot, herbal and smoky on the palate. Neat and served in a shot glass.
- 1 min
- Shot glass
- Neat
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 9 out of 100
- Herbal
- 73 out of 100
- Smoky
- 51 out of 100
- Boozy
- 100 out of 100
How to make a Tequila Surprise
To make a Tequila Surprise, pour into a shot glass: tequila and 1 dash tabasco sauce.
You'll need
Instructions
- 1
Pour tequila and Tabasco sauce into a shot glass.
Tequila Surprise questions
What does a Tequila Surprise taste like?
Mostly herbal and smoky, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a very strong drink at about 39% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a Tequila Surprise?
About 39% ABV after pouring, close to a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a Tequila Surprise and a Brave Bull Shooter?
Both use tequila and tabasco sauce. The Tequila Surprise is poured neat and served in a shot glass; the Brave Bull Shooter is built in the glass and served in a shot glass. The Tequila Surprise is the stronger of the two.
What glass do you serve a Tequila Surprise in?
A shot glass.