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Siesta Cocktail

Tequila
Drink: Siesta Cocktail

Save for sneaking a much-needed midday snooze, there’s hardly anything better than the classic combination of tequila, grapefruit juice, and campari. The multi-source citrus exudes summer vibes, whether you’re enjoying the Siesta Cocktail in a heatwave or with wishful thinking during a snowstorm. This drink completes the full body, mind, and spirit restoration that starts only with some well-earned slumber.

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces tequila blanco
  • 1/2 ounce Campari
  • 1/2 ounce grapefruit juice
  • 1/2 ounce lime juice
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • To garnish: grapefruit, lemon or lime wedge

Preparation

  1. Place the tequila, Campari, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker.
  2. Add 2 handfuls of ice and shake until cold.
  3. Strain the drink into a cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a citrus wedge if desired.