Adelita

Reposado tequila sits alongside two distinct white wine aperitifs in this stirred cocktail. A bar-spoon measure of violet liqueur provides a floral accent, with a lemon wheel finishing the glass rather than adding juice.

Pale lilac Adelita in a chilled coupe with lemon wheel, no ice.

Active preparation: 3 minutes

Ingredients

  • 30 ml Reposado tequila
  • 30 ml Dolin Blanc vermouth
  • 30 ml Cocchi Americano Bianco
  • 5 ml Crème de violette
  • 1 piece Lemon slice or wedge, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pour Reposado tequila, Dolin Blanc vermouth, Cocchi Americano Bianco and Crème de violette into a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir smoothly until cold, about 20–30 seconds.
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe without ice.
  4. Finish with a lemon wheel and serve promptly.