Behind The Margarita Pastor

Tucked into Houston’s chic River Oaks neighborhood, upscale Italian restaurant Zanti is putting a fiery spin on the classic margarita.

The Margarita Pastor is a bold, tableside-flamed cocktail that reflects the vibrancy of Houston’s culinary culture.

Made with a house-infused blend of Morita pepper, pineapple, and orange juice, the drink strikes a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and spicy. It’s anchored by Trece Colonias Blanco Tequila—a boutique spirit from a Mexican distillery that just entered the U.S. market, currently available only at a select Houston liquor store. Finished with fresh lime and agave, the cocktail is flambéed tableside, making it as much a show as it is a sip!

Tequila

Margarita Pastor

Ingredients

• 1 ¾ oz. Trece Colonias Blanco
• .15 oz. Aperol
• 1 oz. Morita Pepper–Infused Pineapple Juice
• ½ oz. Lime Juice
• ½ oz. Agave Syrup

Preparation

1. Shake with ice.
2. Strain into a rocks glass.
3. Garnish with a dehydrated pineapple slice and morita pepper.
4. Flame tableside for dramatic effect.