Jun 06 2026
RestaurantsMay DayRodica Cantina Orange Recipe

Rodica Cantina Orange Recipe

Inspired by May Day
Time8m
Serves1

Make Rodica Cantina Orange Recipe in just 8m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Base

Method

Cocktail Base

  1. 1

    Prepare glass (optional)

    If you prefer a rimmed glass, rub an orange wedge around the rim of a rocks or coupe glass and dip into coarse salt or sugar (about 1 teaspoon). Set glass aside to chill.

  2. 2

    Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.

  3. 3

    Add 2 oz tequila, 3 oz fresh orange juice, 0.5 oz sweet vermouth, 0.5 oz orange liqueur, 0.5 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.25 oz simple syrup into the shaker.

  4. 4

    Add 2 dashes of orange bitters to the shaker.

  5. 5

    Shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the shaker is cold to the touch and the mixture is well chilled and slightly diluted.

Finish & Garnish

  1. 6

    If serving straight up: double-strain the cocktail into the prepared chilled coupe or rocks glass to remove ice shards and pulp. If serving on the rocks: fill a rocks glass with fresh ice and strain over it.

  2. 7

    Top with about 1 oz sparkling water if you want a lighter, effervescent finish (optional).

  3. 8

    Garnish with an orange wheel or a long orange twist. Express the oils from the twist over the drink before dropping it in.

  4. 9

    Serve immediately.

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