The Empirical Cilantro "Al Pastor" Margarita

About the Al Pastor Margarita Inspired by the flavors of the classic al pastor taco, this is a fruity, herbaceous Margarita that leans into Empirical Cilantro and Chinola’s pineapple richness, with lime keeping everything taut and bright. The optional Serrano Agave brings gentle heat and an extra vegetal edge; for a drier or less spicy rendition, simply reduce or omit the agave and/or serrano. Finish it with an optional coriander salt rim for a savory-citrus lift that makes the whole thing snap. Individual Serve

Ingredients

3/4 oz Empirical Cilantro
3/4 oz Chinola Pineapple
3/4 oz Blanco Tequila
3/4 oz Lime Juice
1/3 oz Serrano Agave (see below)
Cubed Ice
Pineapple Wedge, coriander salt rim (see below, optional)

Method

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and shake until well chilled. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a pineapple wedge, a coriander salt rim, or both.