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Tequila Moonrise

Tequila Moonrise

Prep Time: 4 minutes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: blood orange cocktails, halloween cocktails, Halloween tequila cocktails, Orange Juice Cocktails, pomegranate cocktails, spooky cocktails
Servings: 1
Author: Jenna Haley

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz blanco tequila
  • .75 oz orange juice or blood orange juice
  • 1.5 oz cherry pomegranate juice
  • 1 oz rosemary simple syrup
  • .5 oz fresh squeezed lime juice
  • 2 oz club soda to top
  • Flamed rosemary sprig for garnish
  • Dried lime wheel for garnish

Instructions

Rosemary Simple Syrup:

  • Take 2-3 sprigs of rosemary and add to a medium saucepan
  • Add in 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water
  • Let that boil and bring down to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes
  • Take off heat, let cool and strain out the syrup
  • Put in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for 1-2 weeks

Cocktail:

  • In a cocktail shaker, add tequila, orange juice, cherry pomegranate juice, rosemary simple syrup, and lime juice to a shaker
  • Add ice and shake, strain into a martini glass or over ice if you prefer
  • Top with 2 oz club soda for some extra bubbles
  • Smoke a sprig of rosemary and place on top
  • Garnish with a dried lime wheel and enjoy

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Notes

Pro Tips

  • Use blood orange juice for a deeper color and slightly richer citrus flavor.
  • For extra smokiness, cover the glass briefly with the flaming rosemary before serving.
  • Chill the glass beforehand for a crisper presentation.
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