Sparkling Tequila Cocktails
Photo & recipe courtesy Familia Camarena Tequila
Spiced Celebration Sparkler
1 ounce Camarena Reposado Tequila
1/2 ounce spiced orange syrup (recipe follows)
1/2 ounce lime juice
2 dashes classic bitters
2 ounces Brut Champagne
Directions ~
Combine tequila, syrup, lime juice and bitters in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Garnish with orange twist.
Spiced Orange Syrup ~
Place the zest of one orange, 12 cloves and 1 tablespoon whole allspice in a saucepan. Add 3/4 cup water and 1-1/2 cups of sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved, approximately 5 minutes. Strain, discard zest and spices and refrigerate.
Soiree
1-1/2 ounces Camarena Silver Tequila
1/2 ounces lemon juice
1/2 ounces Elderflower Liqueur
2 cucumber wheels
4 mint leaves
2 ounces Prosecco
Directions ~
Muddle cucumber and mint leaves in a mixing glass. Add tequila, lemon juice, elderflower liqueur and ice. Shake and strain into a Champagne flute. Top with Prosecco. Garnish with cucumber slice.
