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Orange Blossom Mezcal Sour Cocktail
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Crafted with Día de los Muertos - a Mexican holiday celebrating deceased loved ones - in mind, this sour cocktail with a twist is a wonderful way to toast any occasion Recipe author Lola Dweck was inspired by the flavors of pan de muerto, a traditional Mexican sweet bread often baked in the days leading up to Día de los Muertos More from Lola:
In the weeks leading up to Día de los Muertos each year, I take the time to build an altar honoring my father and other loved ones who have passed away Amado, Valentina, and I decorate sugar skulls and I share stories of some of our deceased relatives’ favorite foods, pastimes, and music as we create our ofrenda
It’s important to note that each item placed on a Day of the Dead altar has special significance, from the marigolds and sugar skulls, to the personal mementos and food Many altars display a bottle of alcohol favored by the dead, which is used to toast the arrival of their spirit I decided to use mezcal in this cocktail as an ode to my father’s Mexican heritage and combined a medley of citrus fruits - blood and Valencia oranges and the juice from one key lime - for an extra zip of flavor The vanilla and orange blossom water add a subtle warm spice and floral essence, without overpowering the drink
By combining various elements and flavors from this special holiday, we are left with a cocktail that is sure to please the palates of those who are still with us and will hopefully lure back our deceased loved ones on Día de los Muertos ¡Salud!
Ingredients
- 4 oz. blood orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 4 oz. orange juice (freshly squeezed Valencia)
- 1 key lime (juice only)
- 2 oz. mezcal
- 1/2 tsp. Mexican vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp. orange blossom water
- 2 free range eggs (Nellie’s, egg whites only)
- orange slices (optional)
- coarse sugar (optional)
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Calories310Calories from Fat45 |
% DAILY VALUE |
Total Fat5g8% |
Saturated Fat1.5g8% |
Trans Fat |
Cholesterol210mg70% |
Sodium75mg3% |
Potassium550mg16% |
Protein9g |
Calories from Fat45 |
% DAILY VALUE |
Total Carbohydrate44g15% |
Dietary Fiber7g28% |
Sugars21g |
Vitamin A15% |
Vitamin C240% |
Calcium15% |
Iron15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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