Tequila Sunset Serenade

Name: Tequila Sunset Serenade
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz tequila reposado; 1 oz lime juice; 1 oz pomegranate juice; 1/2 oz orange liqueur; 1/2 oz agave syrup; 1/2 oz crme de cassis; to top sparkling water; a dash blue curacao; for garnish orange wheel; for garnish maraschino cherry

Twist on Tequila Sunrise with fruity and smoky flavors

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

15%*

Calories

200*

Net Carbs

14g*

Ingredients:

AI Request:Tequila sunset

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

The Tequila Sunset Serenade is a twist on the classic Tequila Sunrise, infusing the warmth of a sunset with a harmonious blend of fruity and smoky flavors. This cocktail presents a symphony of colors that mimic the evening sky, transitioning from a deep red to orange hues, and finally a touch of nightfall blue. It's a drink that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also delights the eyes. Ingredients: - 2 oz Tequila Reposado (for a rich, smooth flavor with a hint of oak) - 1 oz Fresh lime juice (to add a citrusy zing) - 1 oz Pomegranate juice (for deep red color and tart sweetness) - 1/2 oz Orange liqueur (like Cointreau, for complexity and a touch of sweetness) - 1/2 oz Agave syrup (to balance with a natural sweetness) - 1/2 oz Crème de Cassis (for a berry flavor and a gradient effect) - Sparkling water (to top and add a refreshing fizz) - A dash of Blue Curacao (for a hint of blue in the sunset) - An orange wheel (for garnish) - A maraschino cherry (for garnish) Glass: Serve in a chilled Highball glass, showcasing the layers of the sunset. Instructions: 1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine the Tequila Reposado, fresh lime juice, pomegranate juice, orange liqueur, and agave syrup. 2. Shake vigorously until the mixture is well chilled. 3. Fill the Highball glass with ice and strain the cocktail mixture into the glass, leaving room at the top. 4. Slowly pour the Crème de Cassis over the back of a spoon near the edge of the glass, allowing it to settle at the bottom and create a red layer. 5. Gently top the cocktail with sparkling water, being careful to maintain the layered effect. 6. Add a dash of Blue Curacao over the back of a spoon to create a subtle blue hue at the surface of the drink. 7. Garnish with an orange wheel and a maraschino cherry on a cocktail pick, resting it on the rim of the glass. The Tequila Sunset Serenade is best enjoyed at the end of a long day, or when you want to impress guests with a drink that's both sophisticated and visually stunning. Sip and let the flavors transport you to a serene sunset by the beach, where every hue tells its own tale.

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