Toreador Cocktail Recipe
Written by Enjoy the spring season with this straightforward Toreador cocktail recipe! The blend of Tequila, apricot brandy, and lime juice creates a refreshing drink perfect for the season.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 204
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila
- 1 oz apricot Brandy
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- Ice cubes
- Lime wheel or twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Strainer & Fine-strainer
- Coupe Glass
- Measuring Jigger
Instructions
- Chill your coupe glass
- Squeeze in 1 oz fresh lime juice.
- Add 1 oz apricot Brandy.
- Pour in 2 oz Tequila.
- Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake vigorously until well chilled.
- Fine strain the mixture into the coupe glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel or twist.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Tequila: If you're out of Tequila, use mezcal for a smokier flavor profile. I've also tried this recipe with white rum, and it turned out surprisingly well.
- Apricot Brandy: Peach schnapps or cherry brandy can be substituted if you don't have apricot brandy. They alter the flavor slightly but still result in a delicious cocktail.
- Fresh Lime Juice: I've used bottled lime juice in a pinch, but fresh is always best. You could also try lemon juice for a different citrus twist.
Making a Pitcher of Toreador Cocktail:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of Tequila, 8 oz of apricot brandy, and 8 oz of fresh lime juice.
- Mix: Combine the Tequila, apricot brandy, and lime juice in a large pitcher with ice cubes and stir well.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into ice-filled coupe glasses, garnish with a lime wheel or twist, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Tequila Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic tequila substitute; several brands are available that mimic Tequila's flavor quite well.
- Apricot Brandy Substitute: You can make a simple syrup infused with apricot flavor. Just simmer equal parts sugar and water with some dried apricots until the flavors meld together.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.