Rigirita cocktail, a Mount Rigi twist on the Margarita with tequila and fresh lime

Rigirita - A margarita with a floral Swiss accent: tequila blanco, fresh lime and Mount Rigi.

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The Rigirita is a Margarita recipe for tequila, lime and Cointreau or triple sec fans, with Mount Rigi standing in for the orange liqueur. Tequila blanco brings a clean agave base, fresh lime gives the drink its sharp lift, and Mount Rigi contributes floral elderflower, lemon balm and a subtle Kirsch backbone, finished with a salt rim for a drier, more aromatic edge.

  • 5 min prep time
  • easy to make
  • citrus, tart, floral, spirit-forward
  • 18.0% ABV

Serves per bottle ~25

Ingredients

  • 1 ozMount Rigi
  • 1.5 ozTequila blanco
  • 1 ozfresh lime juice
  • Ice cubes
  • Salt rim and lime wheel

Method

  1. Rim a rocks glass with salt and fill it with fresh ice.
  2. Add Mount Rigi, tequila blanco and freshly squeezed lime to a shaker filled with ice.
  3. Shake until the tin feels very cold.
  4. Strain over the fresh ice and garnish with a lime wheel.

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Frequently AskedQuestions

Is the Rigirita a Margarita variation?

Yes. The Rigirita keeps a classic Margarita's backbone — tequila blanco, fresh lime and a salt rim — with Mount Rigi standing in for the orange liqueur, so the sweetness comes from floral elderflower and lemon balm with a light Kirsch note underneath. At around 18% ABV for the full serve, it drinks close to a traditional Margarita's strength, with a more floral, less citrus-heavy finish.

Which tequila works best?

A clean tequila blanco works best because it keeps the drink bright and fresh.

Can I make the Rigirita less strong?

Yes. Serve it over more ice or add a splash of soda water for a lighter version.