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Pan de Muertos Cocktail Drink

Pan de Muertos Cocktail Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Refresh yourself this fall with the Pan de Muertos Cocktail recipe! For a seasonal treat, mix Patrón Reposado, lime juice, orange liqueur, and pineapple juice.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 214

Ingredients
 

  • 1½ oz Patrón Reposado
  • ½ oz Orgeat
  • ¾ oz fresh lime juice
  • ½ oz orange liqueur
  • 1 oz pineapple juice
  • Caramelized orange wedge - for garnish
  • 3 pineapple leaves - for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Strainer
  • Highball Glass

Instructions

  • Chill glass: Stir some ice into your highball glass.
  • Add Pineapple Juice: Measure and add 1 oz pineapple juice to the shaker.
  • Add Lime Juice: Add ¾ oz fresh lime juice to the mix.
  • Add Orgeat: Measure and pour ½ oz Orgeat into the shaker.
  • Add Orange Liqueur: Pour in ½ oz orange liqueur.
  • Add Patrón Reposado: Pour 1½ oz Patrón Reposado into the shaker.
  • Prep Shaker: Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
  • Shake Well: Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  • Strain and Serve: Strain the cocktail into your highball glass filled with fresh ice.
  • Garnish: Place a caramelized orange wedge and three pineapple leaves into the glass for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Patrón Reposado: If you don't have Patrón Reposado, you can use any good-quality reposado tequila. I've also tried it with añejo tequila for a richer flavor profile.
  • Orgeat: Almond syrup works well if you can't find Orgeat, though it might be slightly sweeter; adjust to taste.
  • Lime Juice: Fresh lime juice is best, but bottled lime juice can work in a pinch.
  • Orange Liqueur: If you are out of any orange liqueur, use an orange-flavored syrup.
  • Pineapple Juice: Use orange juice for a different twist.

Making a Pitcher of Pan de Muertos Cocktail:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of Patrón Reposado, 4 oz of Orgeat, 6 oz of lime juice, 4 oz of orange liqueur, and 8 oz of pineapple juice.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Patrón Reposado, Orgeat, lime juice, orange liqueur, and pineapple juice. Stir well.
  • Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled highball glasses, garnish with caramelized orange wedges and pineapple leaves, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Tequila Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic tequila substitute; these are available and reasonably mimic tequila's flavor.
  • Orange Liqueur Substitute: Opt for an orange-flavored syrup or non-alcoholic triple sec.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.

Making it Vegan:

  • Orgeat Substitute: Ensure your orgeat syrup is vegan-friendly; some brands may use honey or other animal products.
  • Proceed As Usual: Follow the original steps using vegan-friendly ingredients to enjoy a vegan version of this cocktail.