Description
The Day of the Dead Cocktail (Muertes Dia) is a vibrant and flavorful drink that combines the distinctive notes of absinthe, tequila, and chocolate, balanced by fresh orange juice and a hint of spice from allspice dram. This festive cocktail is perfect for celebrating with a refreshing splash of mandarin sparkling water and garnished with mandarin orange slices.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids and Spirits
- 1/4 oz absinthe
- 1 1/2 oz Exotico Tequila
- 1 1/2 oz orange juice
- 1/4 oz allspice dram (optional)
- 1 1/2 oz mandarin sparkling water (optional)
Additives and Flavorings
- 2 dashes chocolate extract
- 2 dashes orange bitters
Garnish
- Mandarin orange slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Fill a small glass with ice cubes to chill it.
- Add Absinthe: Pour the absinthe over the ice in the glass to coat it evenly and infuse its aroma.
- Mix the Cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, orange juice, chocolate extract, orange bitters, and allspice dram (if using) with ice.
- Shake: Shake the mixture vigorously for 15-20 seconds to blend the flavors and chill the cocktail thoroughly.
- Prepare Glass for Serving: Discard the ice from the initially prepared glass, leaving the absinthe aroma inside.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the shaken cocktail into the absinthe-rinsed glass.
- Add Sparkling Water: Top the cocktail with a splash of mandarin sparkling water for a refreshing finish.
- Garnish: Garnish the drink with slices of mandarin orange.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your festive Day of the Dead cocktail.
Notes
- Allspice dram adds a warm fruity spice flavor but is optional.
- Mandarin sparkling water enhances the cocktail with gentle bubbles and citrus aroma, also optional.
- Use fresh orange juice for best flavor.
- Shake the cocktail hard to ensure proper chilling and mixing of ingredients.
- Discarding the ice after absinthe rinsing ensures no dilution but maintains aroma.
- Garnish adds visual appeal and a hint of fresh citrus aroma.
