Sparkling Tequila Cocktails

Spiced Celebration Sparkler

1 ounce Camarena Reposado Tequila
1/2 ounce spiced orange syrup (recipe follows)
1/2 ounce lime juice
2 dashes classic bitters
2 ounces Brut Champagne

Directions ~

Combine tequila, syrup, lime juice and bitters in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Garnish with orange twist.

Spiced Orange Syrup

Place the zest of one orange, 12 cloves and 1 tablespoon whole allspice in a saucepan. Add 3/4 cup water and 1-1/2 cups of sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved, approximately 5 minutes. Strain, discard zest and spices and refrigerate.

Soiree

1-1/2 ounces Camarena Silver Tequila
1/2 ounces lemon juice
1/2 ounces Elderflower Liqueur
2 cucumber wheels
4 mint leaves
2 ounces Prosecco

Directions ~

Muddle cucumber and mint leaves in a mixing glass. Add tequila, lemon juice, elderflower liqueur and ice. Shake and strain into a Champagne flute. Top with Prosecco. Garnish with cucumber slice.

Photo & recipe courtesy Familia Camarena Tequila