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Introduction
Welcome to our Dia de los Muertos Fiesta Mixlist, where we honor the vibrant spirit of this Mexican tradition with cocktails that pay homage to the departed. These drinks combine the rich flavors of mezcal, hibiscus-infused tequila, spiced chocolate liqueur, and more to create a memorable celebration.
Marigold Margarita
Embrace the vibrant spirit of Dia de los Muertos with the Marigold Margarita, a bewitching blend of smoky mezcal and marigold liqueur that pays homage to the departed.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Mezcal
- 1 oz Marigold Liqueur
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 1/2 oz Agave Nectar
- Smoked sea salt rim
- Edible marigold petals (for garnish)
- Ice
Glass:
Smoked glass (chilled)
Garnish:
Rim the glass with smoked sea salt and float edible marigold petals on the surface.
Steps:
- Chill a smoked glass in the freezer or by filling it with ice.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine mezcal, marigold liqueur, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar.
- Add ice to the shaker, cover, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
- Discard the ice from the chilled glass and rim it with smoked sea salt.
- Strain the cocktail into the smoked glass.
- Float edible marigold petals on the surface for a unique and captivating presentation.
Papel Picado Paloma
Dive into the world of papel picado with the Papel Picado Paloma, a mesmerizing blend of mezcal, hibiscus-infused tequila, and a hint of butterfly pea flower tea for a color-changing surprise.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Hibiscus-Infused Tequila
- 1 oz Mezcal
- 1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 1/2 oz Agave Nectar
- 1/2 oz Butterfly Pea Flower Tea
- Soda Water
- Edible butterfly pea flower (for garnish)
- Ice
Glass:
Highball glass
Garnish:
Place an edible butterfly pea flower in the glass for a color-changing effect.
Steps:
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- In a shaker, combine hibiscus-infused tequila, mezcal, fresh lime juice, agave nectar, and butterfly pea flower tea.
- Shake well for about 15 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared highball glass over the ice.
- Top with soda water to your preferred level of fizz.
- Garnish with an edible butterfly pea flower in the glass, and watch as it transforms the drink into vibrant colors.
Sugar Skull Sipper
Commemorate Dia de los Muertos with the Sugar Skull Sipper, a sultry blend of aged rum, spiced chocolate liqueur, and a fiery chili-infused rim that dances on your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Aged Rum
- 1 oz Spiced Chocolate Liqueur
- 1/2 oz Fresh Orange Juice
- 1/4 oz Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur
- Cocoa powder and chili powder rim
- Edible sugar skull garnish
- Ice
Glass:
Sugar-rimmed rocks glass
Garnish:
Rim the glass with a mixture of cocoa powder and chili powder, and add an edible sugar skull garnish.
Steps:
- Rim a rocks glass with a mixture of cocoa powder and chili powder. To do this, wet the rim with a slice of orange and dip it into the powder blend.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- In a shaker, combine aged rum, spiced chocolate liqueur, fresh orange juice, and Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur.
- Shake well for about 15 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into the sugar-rimmed rocks glass over the ice.
- Garnish with an edible sugar skull for a unique and unforgettable presentation.
Conclusion
These Dia de los Muertos cocktails not only celebrate tradition but also awaken the senses with their rich and captivating flavors. Enjoy these drinks in honor of your loved ones and the vibrant spirit of this Mexican celebration. Salud!
Cheers
Team Barsys
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