Jul 14 2026

Wake The Dead Recipe

Time15m
Serves1

La Gritona Reposado, Kimbo espresso, vanilla

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Espresso

    Brew 1 oz of Kimbo espresso using your espresso machine or stovetop espresso maker. Set aside to cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of La Gritona Reposado tequila, 1 oz of brewed espresso, and 0.5 oz of vanilla syrup.

  3. 3

    Add Ice

    Fill the cocktail shaker with ice and secure the lid tightly.

  4. 4

    Shake the Mixture

    Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 15-20 seconds or until well chilled.

Serving

  1. 5

    Strain and Pour

    Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass filled with fresh ice.

  2. 6

    Garnish

    Garnish the drink with a few coffee beans and a slice of vanilla pod for aroma.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your 'Wake the Dead' cocktail!

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