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Danny Ocean Cocktail
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 ounces reposado tequila
- 1/4 ounce maraschino liqueur
- 3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3/4 ounce freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice
- 1/2 ounce agave nectar
Directions
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Gather the ingredients.
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Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
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Shake well.
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Strain into an old-fashioned glass filled with ice. Serve and enjoy.
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Blue Weber agave is grown in the red clay soil of Jalisco, Mexico, an area known for producing the richest-tasting tequilas.
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Distilled at Productos Finos de Agave in Jesús María, Jalisco.
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Agave pinas are slow-roasted for 72 hours in brick ovens.
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The fermentation process takes 80 hours.
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Casamigos Blanco is rested for 2 months.
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Casamigos Reposado is aged for 7 months and Añejo is aged for 14 months, both in used American whiskey oak barrels.
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100% Blue Weber agave tequilas produced in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico
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Blanco, Reposado and Añejo Tequilas available
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Developed and owned by George Clooney, Rande Gerber and Mike Meldman
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Originally launched in 2013
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NOM 1416
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All Casamigos Tequilas are 40% alcohol/volume (80 proof)
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Retail for around: Blanco $44.99, Reposado $49.99, Añejo $54.99
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About this Recipe
Craving a perfectly balanced, refreshing tequila cocktail that’s both sophisticated and incredibly easy to make? The Danny Ocean Cocktail is your answer, offering a delightful blend of zesty grapefruit and smooth tequila.
This vibrant drink stands out by combining the depth of reposado tequila with the bright, citrusy notes of fresh pink grapefruit and lemon. The touch of maraschino liqueur adds a subtle complexity, perfectly balanced by the natural sweetness of agave nectar. It’s a testament to how simple, quality ingredients, especially when featuring a smooth tequila like Casamigos, can create an extraordinary experience.
You can expect a wonderfully bright and invigorating drink that isn't overly sweet, allowing the natural tang of the grapefruit and lemon to shine. The reposado tequila provides a smooth, mellow base, complemented by a delicate hint of cherry from the maraschino. Each sip delivers a refreshing burst, making it ideal for unwinding or entertaining. It's a quick and effortless mix, proving that impressive cocktails don't require complicated techniques.
Customization & Serving
While reposado tequila offers a great foundation, you could experiment with a blanco tequila for a crisper, more agave-forward profile. For a different citrus twist, consider swapping a portion of the grapefruit with fresh orange juice, or adjust the agave nectar to your preferred level of sweetness. If maraschino liqueur isn't on hand, a small amount of grenadine or another fruit liqueur could offer a different, but still pleasant, complexity.
This lively cocktail is perfect for summer gatherings, happy hour, or simply as a sophisticated treat to enjoy after a long day. Serve it well-chilled in your favorite glass, perhaps garnished with a grapefruit peel or a lemon twist to enhance its aromatic appeal.