Updated July 2026.
There is no official best mixer for Jose Cuervo. Especial is mixto (51% blue weber / 49% other sugars) on the official facts page; Tradicional is 100% blue weber. House NOM is 1122. Typical US 40%. A 1.5-ounce pour at 40% is one NIAAA drink, Margarita or not.
Related: is Cuervo 100% agave, tequila taste, Cuervo labels.
Label vs class
| Language | 1.5 oz drinks |
|---|---|
| Especial | Read the neck |
| Tradicional | Read the neck |
| NOM | — |
| Typical US bottle | 1.00 |
Pour math: liqueur drinks.
Sources
- cuervo.com/tequila-facts/: Especial 51/49; Tradicional 100%; NOM 1122.
- NOM-006. Typical 40% NIAAA December 2025.