Whittier Blvd Cocktail

The Whittier Blvd Cocktail is a bold, citrus-forward cocktail that combines the crisp, clean taste of Milagro Silver Tequila with the sweet-tart intensity of blood orange puree. Lime juice adds a zesty brightness, while Firewater bitters provide a smoky, spicy kick that takes this drink to the next level.

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Whittier Blvd Cocktail

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Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bitters, blood orange, blood orange cocktails, Lime Juice, silver tequila, tequila cocktails

Servings: 1

Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

• Cocktail Shaker
• Jigger
• Strainer
• Coupe Glass

Ingredients

• 2 oz Silver Tequila
• 1 oz blood orange puree
• 0.75 oz lime juice
• 3 dashes Firewater bitters
• Blood orange wheel or lime wedge for garnish

Instructions

• Add tequila, blood orange puree, lime juice, and Firewater bitters to a cocktail shaker.
• Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
• Strain the mixture into a rocks glass over fresh ice, or into a chilled coupe glass if serving up.
• Top with a blood orange wheel or lime wedge for an eye-catching presentation.

Notes

Pro Tips

• For a fresher flavor, use freshly squeezed blood orange juice if puree isn’t available.
• Adjust the number of Firewater bitters dashes depending on your spice tolerance.
• Pre-chill your glass for a more refreshing drinking experience.

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Tasting Notes

The Whittier Blvd cocktail delivers a vibrant burst of citrus with a smoky, spicy edge. The tequila’s clean, agave-forward flavor balances beautifully with the tangy sweetness of blood orange and lime, while Firewater bitters leave a subtle, lingering heat for a perfectly balanced finish.