Central Coast Cocktail Recipe

Prepare yourself for the taste bud explosion – of the best kind – that this Central Coast Cocktail has to offer! One of the most outstanding qualities of this cocktail recipe is that it tastes just as you would imagine a summer drink should taste – light, bubbly, and 100% refreshing. This yummy Central Coast Cocktail Recipe is the perfect combination of sweet and tart, with a touch of fresh mint flavor. Simply delightful.

Central Coast Cocktail Recipe

One of the best aspects of this recipe is that it is simple to follow, but tastes as though it was complicated to make. With several different kinds of alcohol and some delicious fruit options to go along with it you can “wow” your family and friends with this fabulous, yet simple to prepare cocktail recipe.

If you are looking for a unique cocktail recipe this summer, this Central Coast Cocktail is the one that you will want to try. Perfect for one, or multiply the recipe for many – just leave out the club soda and top all drinks right before serving.

Notes:

● “Muddle” sounds odd, but all you are doing is basically smushing mint, spices or fruits to release more of the flavor. You can use a muddler or some other smashing tool (mortar and pestle) to mash fruits, herbs and spices in the bottom of a glass or bowl.

Central Coast Cocktail Ingredients:

● 10 fresh raspberries, divided
● 10 fresh Blueberries, divided
● Ice
● 1 Lemon Slice
● 1 oz White Rum
● ½ oz Tequila
● ½ oz Amaretto
● 2 oz Cranberry Juice
● 2 oz Club Soda
● Mint Sprig, for garnish

Central Coast Cocktail Mise en Place:

● Muddler
● Tall Cocktail Glass
● Jigger
● Cocktail Shaker
● Cocktail Spoon

Central Coast Cocktail Directions:

● In a small bowl or glass add 5-6 raspberries and 5-6 blueberries.
● Muddle the fruit together.

● Add the mashed berries to a tall cocktail glass.

● Fill glass half-way with ice.
● Add remaining whole raspberries and blueberries, and a slice of lemon to the glass.

● In a cocktail shaker add together white rum, tequila, amaretto, and cranberry juice. Shake to combine.

● Pour into the cocktail glass.

● Add two ounces of club soda; stir lightly.
● If there is room, fill with ice (if desired).

● Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.
● Serve immediately.

Central Coast Cocktail Recipe
By Ann
Prepare yourself for the taste bud explosion – of the best kind – that this Central Coast Cocktail has to offer! One of the most outstanding qualities of this cocktail recipe is that it tastes just as you would imagine a summer drink should taste – light, bubbly and 100% refreshing. This yummy Central Coast Cocktail Recipe is the perfect combination of sweet and tart, with a touch of fresh mint flavor. Simply delightful.

Prep Time: 3 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Total Time: 3 Minutes

Ingredients:

● 10 fresh Raspberries, divided
● 10 fresh Blueberries, divided
● Ice
● 1 Lemon Slice
● 1 oz White Rum
● ½ oz Tequila
● ½ oz Amaretto
● 2 oz Cranberry Juice
● 2 oz Club Soda
● Mint Sprig, for garnish

Directions:

● In a small bowl or glass add 5-6 raspberries and 5-6 blueberries.
● Muddle the fruit together.
● Add the mashed berries to a tall cocktail glass.
● Fill glass halfway with ice.
● Add remaining whole raspberries and blueberries, and a slice of lemon to the glass.
● In a cocktail shaker add together white rum, tequila, amaretto, and cranberry juice. Shake to combine.
● Pour into the cocktail glass.
● Add two ounces of club soda; stir lightly.
● If there is room, fill with ice (if desired).
● Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.
● Serve immediately.

Makes 1 serving Central Coast Cocktail

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Like a few more wonderful summer cocktails? You might enjoy these:

● Blueberry Breeze Cooler – Quench your thirst with this adult lemonade cocktail. A deliciously refreshing adult libation, the Blueberry Breeze Cooler goes down smoothly.

● This High Tide Cocktail will remind you of warm summer days and fun times on the beach. A sweet, delicious rum cocktail with a touch of Midori citrus, the high tide is a fabulous adult libation.

● Orange Creamsicle Cocktail Recipe – If you liked Orange Creamsicles as a kid, try this Orange Creamsicle for adults! Easy to make, this creamy and smooth cocktail is simply delicious.

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