Jose Cuervo Variety

This is a variety pack from Jose Cuervo's ready-to-drink line. The brand is best known for tequila, and its canned and bottled drinks are usually built around margarita-style flavors. The listing doesn't name the individual flavors, ABV or can size, so check the packaging for those. Products in this category are premixed, so each serving is already balanced. Expect a sweet-tart citrus profile with a light tequila character rather than the dry, agave-forward taste of a bottled blanco. Serve these cold. Chill the cans or bottles in the refrigerator for a few hours, or put them in an ice bucket for about 20 minutes. Pour over fresh ice, because ice that has been sitting in a freezer picks up odors and dulls the drink. A rocks glass or a stemless margarita glass works well, and a salted or sugared rim suits the lime and fruit flavors. A wedge of fresh lime or orange brightens a premix, which can taste flat. If you want a stronger drink, add a small measure of blanco tequila. Only do this if the label says the drink is meant to be mixed. Because the pack mixes flavors, it works well for tasting side by side. Citrus and lime flavors go with tacos, grilled chicken, ceviche, and salty snacks such as tortilla chips and guacamole. Fruit-forward flavors go better with spicy dishes, since the sweetness offsets chile heat. Store the pack cold and drink it within the date on the label.