Gaucho Sunset

Name: Gaucho Sunset
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 1.5 oz tequila blanco; 0.5 oz triple sec; 1 oz lime juice; 0.5 oz agave syrup; 2 oz pomegranate juice; splash soda water; optional salt rim; 1 lime wheel; 1 sprig mint

A vibrant cocktail inspired by UC Santa Barbara's spirit

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

15%*

Calories

210*

Net Carbs

21g*

Ingredients:

AI Request:Create a signature cocktail for a UC Santa Barbara class reunion

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Imagine capturing the breathtaking sunset over the Pacific, reflecting the vibrant life and memories of UC Santa Barbara. The Gaucho Sunset is not just a drink; it's a toast to camaraderie, nostalgia, and the indomitable spirit of the Gauchos. Served in a chilled highball glass, this cocktail is as visually stunning as it is delicious, offering a taste of the coastal breeze and the warmth of good times. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz tequila blanco (to celebrate the bold spirit of a Gaucho) - 0.5 oz triple sec (to add a touch of citrus sweetness, reminiscent of Santa Barbara's orange groves) - 1 oz fresh lime juice (for that tangy kick, echoing the vibrant life at UCSB) - 0.5 oz agave syrup (to smooth everything out with a hint of sweetness) - 2 oz pomegranate juice (for its deep red color, symbolizing the fiery sunsets) - A splash of soda water (to add the fizz of the ocean breeze) - Garnish: salt rim (optional, for those who like a hint of the sea), lime wheel, and a sprig of fresh mint (for that fresh, herbaceous note, reminding one of the hills around Santa Barbara) Glass: Highball Instructions: 1. If you're opting for a salt rim, run a lime wedge around the edge of your highball glass and dip it into salt. Fill the glass with ice and set aside. 2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, triple sec, lime juice, agave syrup, and pomegranate juice. Fill with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. 3. Strain the mixture into the prepared highball glass filled with fresh ice. 4. Top off with a splash of soda water for that refreshing fizz. 5. Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of fresh mint. The Gaucho Sunset is designed to evoke the essence of UC Santa Barbara—the resilience, the beauty, and the collective warmth of its community. Whether you're reminiscing about the past or toasting to the future, this cocktail is your companion through the journey.

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