Tequila Cocktails

Folsom’s Mas Taco Bar thinks the taco is the perfect vessel for global flavors. They’re not wrong. Just take one bite of their Vietnamese Pork Tacos and you’ll instantly be transported across seas and continents. Sweet, salty, fragrant seasoned pork is topped with onions, cilantro, Sriracha, and—the best part—peanuts. It’s a feast for the senses. mastacobar.com 

If you ask the regulars for recommendations at Sutter Street Taqueria, they’ll tell you to try the shrimp—and with good reason. Their Shrimp Tacos (heck, their shrimp everything) are loaded with tender prawns and tossed in a light, savory sauce that brings a brightness to the flavor palate. Pro tip: Order two servings since they’ll be gone in no time. sutterstreettaqueria.com

Sip on This A Toast to Tequila: BUZZWORTHY BEVERAGES BY TARA MENDANHA

When we think tacos, we also think tequila. Here are some of the most buzzworthy beverages in town.

Blackberry Jalapeño Margarita

Partida Silver Tequila, fresh blackberry & jalapeño purée, lime juice, Cointreau float. Bricks Eats and Drinks, Placerville, bricksonmainstreet.com

Añejo Ginger Julep

Añejo tequila with muddled orange, sweet & sour mix, ginger beer, and a chipotle kick. Wally’s Pizza Bar, Cameron Park, wallyspizzabar.com

Spicy Chihuahua

Frida Kahlo Blanco Tequila, Ancho Chile Liqueur, fresh lime juice, and cane syrup. Note: $1 from every purchase is donated to the Placer SPCA. Bennett’s Kitchen Bar Market, Roseville, bennettskitchen.com

Mangoneada

House tequila, mango, lime juice, agave nectar, chamoy, and Tajín. Limon E Sal Taqueria Bar, Folsom, limonesalrestaurant.com

Smoked Piña

Cilantro-infused Mi Campo Tequila, Vida Mezcal, pineapple/sage shrub, and lime juice. Hawks, Granite Bay, hawksrestaurant.com