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The Desert Rose

The Desert Rose

A unique tequila cocktail balancing earthy agave with sweet cherry and tart lime. This drink offers a sophisticated twist on classic tequila flavors.

Time⏱ 5 min
Serves🥂 1
Difficulty🟢 Easy
Glass🥃 rocks
ABV🍶 15.0%
Calories~195 kcal
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Ingredients
Method
  1. 1

    Add tequila blanco, Maraschino liqueur, fresh lime juice, and Angostura bitters to a shaker filled with ice.

  2. 2

    Shake vigorously until the cocktail is well-chilled, for about 15-20 seconds.

    💡 Feel the outside of the shaker; it should be very cold.

  3. 3

    Strain the mixture into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a single Luxardo cherry.

Bartender's Tip

🍸 Use a good quality Tequila Blanco to let its true agave character shine through.

Why It Works

The vegetal and peppery notes of Tequila Blanco are softened by the sweet, almond-like complexity of Maraschino. Lime juice provides essential acidity, and a dash of bitters ties the flavors together with a hint of spice.

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