14 Tequila Cocktails That Aren't Margaritas

While the margarita is far better known, the grapefruit-, tequila-, and soda-based Paloma is an equally refreshing Mexican classic. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.saveur.com/chile-pomegranate-paloma-cocktail-recipe/">Chile-Pomegranate Paloma</a> (Matt Taylor-Gross/)
A snack-sized negroni from bartender Tristan Willey of Long Island Bar. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.saveur.com/tiny-negroni-cocktail-recipe/">TiNegroni (Half-Sized Negroni Cocktail)</a> (Matt Taylor-Gross/)
This refreshing tequila cocktail, inspired by the Pacific Coast Highway, is infused with grapefruit and pisco, then softened with floral Lillet Blanc. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.saveur.com/walker-inn-tequila-pisco-grapefruit-lillet-blanc-pamplemousse-campari-cocktail-recipe/">The Malibu</a> (Farideh Sadeghin/)
Exceedingly well-balanced, this juicy cocktail from John Karangis of Union Square Events gets its sweetness from yellow watermelon, herbal freshness from Chartreuse and basil, and an astringent kick from tequila. While red watermelon will work in a pinch, you won't get the clarity of color unless you spring for the yellow. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.saveur.com/tequila-watermelon-basil-cocktail-recipe/">Watermelon-Basil Cocktail</a> (Matt Taylor-Gross/)
Tequila, agave nectar, and cantaloupe purée get shaken up in this summery cocktail from Houston's The Pastry War. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.saveur.com/bala-de-canon/">Bala de Canon</a> (Matt Taylor-Gross/)
This refreshing, fragrant drink is served at The Marliave restaurant in Boston. It mixes grassy tequila with spicy ginger beer and a syrup infused with bergamot-flavored Earl Grey tea. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/boston-tea-party-earl-grey-tequila-cocktail/">Boston Tea Party</a> (Farideh Sadeghin/)
This flavor-packed sipper is served alongside a neat glass of tequila at La Tequila in Guadalajara, Mexico. Do as many Mexicans do: A sip of tequila, a sip of sangrita—repeat, for the best experience. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.saveur.com/tomato-orange-sangrita-recipe">Tomato and Orange Sangrita</a> (Matt Taylor-Gross/)
Hibiscus tea, tequila, rosemary-infused simple syrup, and lime juice combine in a refreshing cocktail from Danny Sanchez of Rancho Pescadero in Mexico. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.saveur.com/romero-and-julieta-hibiscus-tea-cocktail-recipe/">Romero and Julieta</a> (Matt Taylor-Gross/)
This tequila and cantaloupe cocktail from Edinburgh's The Lucky Liquor Co. is the perfect summer drink. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.saveur.com/tequila-cantaloupe-cocktail-recipe/">Calavera Catrina</a> (Matt Taylor-Gross/)
Cachaça aged in barrels made from amburana wood adds a complex, vanilla-like flavor to this fruity cocktail from Manhattan bar Milk & Honey. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/strawberry-cachaca-shake-cocktail/">Strawberry Cachaça Shake</a> (Farideh Sadeghin/)
Tequila and cardamom, and a little bit of soul. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/tequila-cardamom-cocktail/">The Soul Train</a> (Matt Taylor-Gross/)
This lemonade is rendered smoky-sweet with the juice of grilled lemons and limes and toasted simple syrup, which has a mild caramel flavor that does a lot to complement the grilled fruit. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.saveur.com/smoked-lemon-lime-ade-recipe">Smoked Lemon-Lime-Ade</a> (Eric Medsker/)
This flavor-packed sipper is served alongside a neat glass of tequila at La Mezcaleria in Ajijic, Mexico. Do as many Mexicans do: A sip of tequila, a sip of sangrita—repeat, for the best experience. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.saveur.com/cilantro-chile-pineapple-sangrita-recipe">Cilantro, Chile, and Pineapple Sangrita</a> (Matt Taylor-Gross/)
Our twist on the classic tequila and grapefruit cocktail uses mezcal, fresh grapefruit juice, and lavender simple syrup for a drink that's simultaneously smoky, bright, and floral. Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/lavender-paloma/">Lavender Paloma</a> (Laura Sant/)