Siesta Cocktail
A grapefruit–Campari tequila sour with lively citrus complexity.
Base spirit
Tequila
Style
Sour
Glassware
Coupe
Technique
Shake
The Siesta Cocktail pairs tequila with Campari, grapefruit, lime, and syrup for a modern sour with punchy citrus, soft bitterness, and clean agave brightness.
Ingredients
Servings
- • 2 oz tequila
- • 0.5 oz Campari
- • 0.5 oz grapefruit juice
- • 0.5 oz lime juice
- • 0.5 oz simple syrup
Did you know?
“Created by Katie Stipe; it grew into a staple at NYC agave bars.”
Source:Modern cocktail histories; PunchDrink
Bartender's Note
Use fresh pink grapefruit for proper acidity.
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How to make the Siesta Cocktail
- 1Add tequila, Campari, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to a shaker filled with ice
- 2Shake until well chilled
- 3Strain into a coupe
- 4Garnish with grapefruit twist and serve
