Cactus Jack Drink Recipe
Written by Enjoy the Cactus Jack Drink recipe! Combine Tequila, blue curacao, orange, pineapple, and lemon juice to create a refreshing spring cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 196
Ingredients
- 1 oz Tequila
- 1 oz Blue Curaçao
- 2 oz orange juice
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- ½ oz lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slice or twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball Glass
- Shaker
- Strainer
- Measuring Jigger
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes to chill.
- Add Juices: Add 2 oz orange juice, 2 oz pineapple juice, and ½ oz lemon juice to the shaker.
- Add Blue Curaçao: Measure and pour 1 oz Blue Curaçao into the shaker.
- Add Tequila: Pour 1 oz Tequila.
- Add Ice: Fill your shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake: Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds
- Strain: Strain your mixture into the Highball glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish: Place a lemon slice or twist into the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Tequila: If you don't have Tequila, you can use white rum for a different but delicious flavor. I've also tried vodka, which works well if you prefer a more neutral taste.
- Blue Curacao: Triple sec or any other orange liqueur can replace blue Curacao if you want a similar citrusy note without the blue color.
- Orange Juice: Freshly squeezed orange juice is always best, but store-bought works in a pinch. If you're out of orange juice, try using tangerine or mandarin juice for a unique twist.
- Pineapple Juice: If you don't have pineapple juice, mango juice can be an exciting alternative that adds a tropical flair.
- Lemon Juice: Lime juice can substitute lemon juice if needed; it will give a slightly different but equally refreshing tang.
Making a Pitcher of Cactus Jack Drink:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 8 oz of Tequila, 8 oz of blue curacao, 16 oz of orange juice, 16 oz of pineapple juice, and 4 oz of lemon juice.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Tequila, blue curacao, orange juice, pineapple juice, and lemon juice. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled highball glasses, garnish with a lemon slice or twist, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Tequila Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic tequila substitute; these are available and do a good job mimicking Tequila's flavor profile.
- Blue Curacao Substitute: For visual appeal, opt for a non-alcoholic blue curaçao syrup or make a simple syrup infused with orange zest and blue food coloring.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.