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    The Siesta Cocktail

    Published: Apr 21, 2022 · Modified: Sep 1, 2022 by Laura Reigel · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Siesta Cocktail

    The Siesta Cocktail is a modern tequila-based cocktail recipe made with Campari and a refreshing splash of grapefruit and lime. 

    This cocktail has a sophisticated flavor profile that combines a Mexican Tequila with an Italian liqueur, Campari. The result is a refreshingly tangy citrus cocktail perfect for summer evenings.

    siesta cocktail

    History of the Siesta Cocktail

    Mixologist Katie Stipe created the Siesta Cocktail recipe. This cocktail first came on the scene in 2006. Stipe created this tequila-based spin on the Hemingway Daiquiri to celebrate tequila in mixed cocktails.

    What You’ll Need

    • Tequila. This cocktail calls for white tequila.
    • Campari. Campari is an Italian liqueur that gives the cocktail a sophisticated vibe.
    • Grapefruit juice
    • Lime juice
    • Simple Syrup
    • Ice
    • A cocktail shaker

    How to make this cocktail

    • Add the tequila, Campari, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously. 
    • Strain the drink into a cocktail glass and garnish it with a citrus wedge. or dehydrated citrus slice.
    refreshing siesta cocktails served in coupe glasses

    How to Serve a Siesta Cocktail

    Serve this cocktail in a chilled glass garnished with a wedge of fresh grapefruit or lime. 

    The best glass for this cocktail is Coupe or a Jack and Jill. You can also serve this drink in a martini glass. 

    grapefruit and tequila cocktail served in a chilled glass

    What to Serve With A Siesta Cocktail

    Tequila cocktails are perfect to serve with all of your favorite Mexican Food Recipes.

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    Siesta Cocktail Recipe

    Laura Reigel
    The Siesta Cocktail is a tequila cocktail made with tequila blanco, Campari, grapefruit and lime juices, and a little simple syrup. This cocktail is a tequila spin on the Heminghway daiquiri.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Course Cocktail
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 cocktail
    Calories 217 kcal

    Equipment

    • cocktail jigger
    • cocktail shaker
    • coupe glasses

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 oz tequila blanco
    • ½ oz Campari
    • ½ oz grapefruit juice
    • ½ oz lime juice
    • ½ oz simple syrup

    garnish

    • grapefuit or lime wedge
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 cocktailCalories: 217kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 9mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword campari, grapefruit juice, lime juice, simple syrup, tequila-lime marinade
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    About Laura Reigel

    Laura is the owner and CEO of Foodology Geek. She holds a degree in Physiology and Neuroscience as well as a Certification as a Nutrition Coach. Laura uses her love of cooking and science to create healthy real food recipes that you'll love eating.

    As a certified recipe hoarder, and meal prep maven Laura is passionate about sharing her love for cooking easy from-scratch recipes. She also shares the occasional family recipe and all of the technical details.

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