Today we're going to explore a drink whose origins are only loosely Mexican — and which, even in today’s landscape of endless Martini riffs, doesn’t quite qualify as one. Naturally, that drink is called: The Mexican Martini. Joining us to do so is Mario Martinez, Dallas-based head mixologist for Travis Street Hospitality. Listen on (or read below) to discover Mario's Mexican Martini recipe — and don't forget to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts!

Mario Martinez's Mexican Martini Recipe

- ¼ ounce agave nectar

- ¼ ounce fresh lime juice

- ¼ ounce orange juice

- ½ ounce olive brine

- ½ ounce orange liqueur, such as Jalisco 1562

- 1 ½ ounces reposado tequila, such as Tequila Ocho

- 1 dash Firewater tincture (sous vide blend of peppers and Everclear, strained)

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.

2. Shake until chilled and strain into a chilled Coupe glass with a Tajín rim.

3. Garnish with three olives.