Chimayo Cocktail
A New Mexico original from the Rancho de Chimayo restaurant — tequila with fresh apple cider, creme de cassis, and lemon, a regional treasure since 1965. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Blanco tequila
- 1 oz Fresh unfiltered apple cider
- 0.3 oz Creme de cassis
- 0.3 oz Fresh lemon juice
- apple slice (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Complement with roasted pork dishes, apple-forward sides, or a warm cinnamon-spiced dessert like churros; the apple cider and cassis create a seasonal harmony.
Instructions
1
Add tequila, apple cider, creme de cassis, and lemon juice to a shaker with ice
2
Shake well for 10 seconds
3
Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice
4
Garnish with a thin apple slice
Tips
This cocktail originated at the historic Rancho de Chimayo restaurant in New Mexico The original recipe uses apple cider from Chimayo Valley orchards Best enjoyed in autumn when fresh apple cider is at its peak