Rhode Island Red

Difford’s Guide
Discerning Drinkers (39 ratings)

Serve in a Collins glass

Ingredients:
2 oz Patrón Reposado tequila
12 oz Black raspberry liqueur (e.g. Chambord)
34 oz Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
12 oz Agave syrup
1 dash Orange Bitters by Angostura
Top up with Thomas Henry Ginger Beer
× 1 1 serving
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Garnish: Lemon & lime zest twists

How to make:

SHAKE first five ingredients with ice and strain into ice-filled glass. TOP with ginger beer, lightly stir and serve with straws.

Review:

Tequila with a hint of berry fruit, slightly sweetened with agave nectar, spiced and made long with ginger beer.

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History:

Created in 2009 by Vincenzo Marianella at Copa d'Oro, Santa Monica, USA.

Nutrition:

One serving of Rhode Island Red contains 232 calories

Alcohol content:

  • 1.4 standard drinks
  • 17.31% alc./vol. (17.31° proof)
  • 19.5 grams of pure alcohol

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John Hinojos’ Avatar John Hinojos
22nd May 2022 at 01:50
Wonderful and falvourful cocktail. Ginger beer add a touch of spice to this tequila citrus cocktail. Would be wonderful anytime, but especially nice relaxing in a warm afternoon.