Golden Citrus Twist

The Golden Citrus Twist cocktail is a tequila-based drink perfect for celebrating the Winter Olympics or simply enjoying a refreshing and flavorful cocktail. This unique concoction combines the rich and smooth Cazadores Añejo Tequila with the earthy notes of Salers Aperitif and the delicate sweetness of St-Germain elderflower liqueur. The addition of a citrus scrap syrup, made from a blend of leftover lemon and orange peels with sugar, adds a rich, citrusy sweetness to the mix. This cocktail is a winning combination of flavors that will surely earn you a gold medal in mixology.

Golden Citrus Twist

A refreshing tequila cocktail with Cazadores Añejo, Salers Aperitif, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, and a citrus scrap syrup for a rich, citrusy twist.

4.12 from 19 votes
Prep Time 1 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 ounces Cazadores Añejo Tequila
  • 0.50 ounce Salers Aperitif
  • 0.25 ounce St-Germain elderflower liqueur
  • 0.25 ounce citrus scrap syrup*

Instructions

  1. Prepare the citrus scrap syrup by macerating leftover lemon and orange peels with an equal weight of sugar, massaging the peels to release the oils, leaving it overnight, and then straining the liquid out.
  2. In a mixing glass with ice, stir together the Cazadores Añejo Tequila, Salers Aperitif, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, and citrus scrap syrup.
  3. Strain the mixture and serve it in a coupe glass with an orange twist for garnish.