Gran Malo Spicy Tamarindo Tequila Liqueur

Product Description

Gran Malo Spicy Tamarindo Tequila Liqueur: Sweet, Sour, and Spicy, Straight from Mexican Street Snacks

Gran Malo Spicy Tamarindo is a tequila liqueur (licor con tequila) that captures the sweet, sour, and spicy combination found all over Mexican snacks and street drinks. It’s made with tequila blanco and sugarcane spirit, infused with natural tamarind flavor and macerated Mexican chiles, and bottled at 30% ABV (60 proof), lower than standard tequila, which makes it easy to take as a chilled shot. Gran Malo means “the great bad one,” a nod to its bold, unapologetic flavor.

The brand was co-founded by the Mexican travel and lifestyle creator Luisito Comunica with Casa Lumbre, the Mexico City spirits company, and it started in Southern California before spreading across the Southwest. Retailers describe a balanced sweetness, acidity, and heat, with hints of cinnamon and a spicy kick.

What’s in the Bottle

• Tequila liqueur (licor con tequila), made in Mexico
• Tequila blanco and sugarcane spirit
• Natural tamarind flavor and macerated Mexican chiles
• 30% ABV (60 proof), 750ml

Tasting Notes

From retailer and brand descriptions.

Nose: Tart tamarind, dried fruit, and a whisper of chile.

Palate: Candy-sweet entry with juicy tamarind, then a creeping chile warmth, with sweet citrus and a hint of cinnamon.

Finish: Spicy, zesty, and lingering, with warm chile heat.

Food Pairings

The sweet-tart heat pairs well with grilled pineapple, citrus-marinated foods, and salty snacks. It also goes with tacos, mild chile dishes, and fresh fruit with lime and chile salt.

Serving Suggestions

Chill it thoroughly before serving, which softens the sweetness and the heat. It’s made for a cold shot, but it also works in a Spicy Tamarindo Highball (1½ oz Gran Malo, ½ oz lime juice, and 3 oz grapefruit soda over ice, stirred and garnished with lime), a Tamarindo Paloma, or a spicy margarita.

Frequently Asked Questions

What proof is it? 60 proof (30% ABV).

Is it a tequila? It’s a tequila liqueur, made with tequila blanco.

What does “Gran Malo” mean? “The Great Bad One.”

Is it spicy? Yes, with sweet-sour tamarind and a building chile kick.

How should I drink it? Chilled, as a shot, or in a highball, Paloma, or margarita.

Who makes it? Gran Malo, co-founded by Luisito Comunica with Casa Lumbre.

Is it a good party bottle? Yes, it’s made for shots and mixing.

Explore More

Read our Gran Malo Spicy Tamarindo flavor, serving, and cocktail guide. Browse our Liqueur collection or Tequila collection for more, and try the Barullo Spicy Sandía for a watermelon version.

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