Colibri

This drink was inspired by “Luzia” by @cirquedusoleil which, in turn, was inspired by the richness in culture of Mexico. The vibrant colors, performers, and the music made it one of my wife’s and I favorite shows.

I wanted to make a layered drink that wasn’t going to be super sweet and syrupy, but balanced. I also wanted to mimic this awesome picture of a beautiful hummingbird. Enjoy!

Recipe

• 1.5oz Butterfly pea infused gin @waterloogintx
• 1oz Añejo tequila @agavalestequila
• 1oz Blue curaçao @giffardusa
• 1oz Pineapple juice @dolesunshine
• 1oz Freshly pressed cara cara orange juice
• 1oz Freshly pressed lime juice
• 1oz Scratch made cucumber & hibiscus syrup

Layering Method

• Pour in the cucumber & hibiscus syrup into your serving vessel first.
• Put in some crushed ice, enough that it sticks out of the syrup. Repeat this step after every ingredient poured.
• Combine the cara cara orange & lime juice. Layer it over the syrup with the back of a bar spoon.
• Combine half of the blue curaçao with the pineapple juice. Layer it over the previous juices with the back of a bar spoon.
• Combine the other half of the blue curaçao with the añejo tequila. Layer it over the previous liquids with the back of a bar spoon.
• Lastly, float the butterfly pea infused gin.
• Take an awesome picture and make sure to stir the drink to combine the ingredients before drinking.