Glassware: Collins Glass
Ingredients:
1.5 oz. Tequila
1 oz. Pamplemousse Liqueur
.5 oz. Passion Fruit Juice
3 oz. Pink Lemonade
2 dashes of Lemon Bitters
Garnish: Orange Twist with Cherry
Directions: Combine all ingredients, except for garnish, with ice and shake to a slow 13 count. Strain over fresh ice, garnish, serve, and enjoy!
Flavor Profile: This drink will clear the sinuses while being refreshing. Layers of citrus form the backbone of this cocktail. Pamplemousse, a flavor commonly associated with grapefruit, tends to be not as sharp and a little more approachable. It’s layered with passion fruit, but only a little to not overpower the rest of the flavors. Pink lemonade is here for color and refreshment, while the lemon bitters balance the sugar of the lemonade and liqueur. Tequila is used to add a touch of earth. The white pepper flavors of agave spirit balance the citrus and sweet.
Background: Waterfronts, ocean fronts, forests, and mountains…all provide the opportunity to sit and stare at a peaceful view. How do you enhance your peace? A libation meant for relaxation with an easy-to-approach flavor. The balance of citrus and sweet is key when putting this sunset (or sunrise) sipper together. The lemonade and the liqueur have a lovely sweetness. The high alcohol content of the bitters naturally enhances citrus flavors. By combining all the ingredients, the layers of citrus are refreshing. It’s easy to take in an Elevated View.
