Our straightforward Cazuela recipe is perfect for relaxing on a hot day! The blend of Tequila, grapefruit, lime, lemon and orange juice & grapefruit soda creates an exciting cocktail for spring and summer.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
3 minutes
Servings:
8
Calories:
192
Ingredients
- 16 oz Tequila
- 12 oz fresh orange juice
- 8 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 4 oz fresh lime juice
- 16 oz Squirt grapefruit soda - to top up
- ½ teaspoon of fine sea salt
- Ice cubes
- Fruit slices - Preferably orange, grapefruit and a bit of lime
Equipment
- Cazuela (Large Clay Pot) or Punch Bowl
- 8 Clay Mugs or Highball Glasses
- Measuring Jigger / Measuring Cup
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
- Ladle
Instructions
- Add Juices: Measure and pour 4 oz fresh lime juice, 4 oz fresh lemon juice, 8 oz fresh grapefruit juice, and 12 oz fresh orange juice into the cazuela or punch bowl.
- Add salt: Add ½ teaspoon of fine sea salt and stir well.
- Add Fruit slices: cut half a grapefruit, an orange, and a lime into thin slices. Add the sliced fruits to the cazuela or punch bowl.
- Add Tequila: Pour 16 oz Tequila into the mix.
- Add ice: Fill your cazuela or punch bowl glass with ice cubes.
- Top up: Add 16 oz Squirt grapefruit soda.
- Stir Gently: Use a ladle to stir the ingredients gently.
- Serve: Using the ladle, serve immediately into individual clay cups or highball glasses.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Tequila: For a smokier twist, you can make this cocktail using mezcal. If you don't have agave-based spirit on hand, you can use vodka as a substitute. It gives a different flavor profile but works well with citrus juices.
- Citrus Juices: If you're missing any of the citrus juices, you can substitute with another type of citrus juice. For example, use more orange juice if you don't have grapefruit juice. Just be careful to keep the overall quantity of sour citrus (lime & lemon) to at least 1 ounce per drink.
- Squirt Grapefruit soda: if Squirt is not available where you live, you can use any other brand of grapefruit soda. Brands such as Thomas Henry or San Pellegrino make great grapefruit/pomelo soda that you can use in a Cazuela drink. If you can’t find any, you can replace it with soda water; in that case, add ¾ ounce of simple syrup or agave syrup to the drink to make up for the lack of sugar.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Tequila Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic tequila substitute; these are available in the market and do a good job mimicking Tequila's flavor. Otherwise, you can just ditch it and make up for it by adding a bit more of either orange or grapefruit juice to the mix.
- Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic substitute instead of regular Tequila, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
The Cazuela cocktail is naturally vegan as it doesn't contain any animal products. Most spirits, including tequila, are usually vegan-friendly. However, some brands may use animal products in their production process, especially if a filtration process is involved. Always check the brand's website or contact them directly to ensure their products are vegan.What is a Cazuela Drink?
A Cazuela Drink is a tequila-based cocktail made of fresh fruit juices, grapefruit soda, and salt. This refreshing beverage hails from Mexico where it’s traditionally served in a clay pot known as ‘cazuela’, which gives the drink its name.
The process to make this cocktail isn’t complicated but does require a little bit of time due to the variety of ingredients involved. The recipe calls for freshly squeezed grapefruit, orange, lemon and lime juices mixed with Tequila and garnished with slices of these fruits. A splash of grapefruit soda adds bubbles and a hint of sweetness, while a pinch of salt balances the drink and enhances its flavors.
What is a Cazuela Drink made of – The ingredients
If you’re planning on crafting a Cazuela Drink, here are the ingredients you’ll need:
- Tequila: The primary alcohol in a Cazuela gives the drink its robust and distinctive flavor.
- Fresh Orange Juice: Adds a sweet and tangy taste, balancing out the strong flavor of Tequila.
- Fresh Grapefruit Juice: Provides a slightly bitter note, adding complexity to the overall taste.
- Fresh Lime Juice: Enhances the citrusy profile of the drink and adds a refreshing tartness.
- Fresh Lemon Juice: Balances the drink and adds a pleasant crispness to the drink.
- Squirt Grapefruit Soda: Brings some sweetness and gives the drink its fizzy texture while also diluting the strong flavors for a smoother sip.
- Salt: Mixed directly into the drink, it enhances the flavors of the other ingredients and makes the drink extra refreshing.
- Sliced Oranges, Limes, and Grapefruits: These add visual appeal and infuse additional citrus flavors into the drink.
- Ice Cubes: Chills the drink, making it more refreshing.
