Autumnal Elixir

This Fall & Summer cocktail is a delightful blend of Don Julio añejo tequila, freshly squeezed orange juice, fig preserves, rosemary, and ginger syrup. The flavors of autumn and summer unite in this refreshing and flavorful cocktail that is perfect for toasting the changing seasons. With a hint of warmth from the tequila and ginger, combined with the fruity and herbal notes, this cocktail captures the essence of both seasons in a single sip.

Autumnal Elixir

A refreshing and flavorful cocktail that perfectly blends the flavors of autumn and summer, featuring Don Julio añejo tequila, orange juice, fig preserves, and ginger syrup.

4.13 from 63 votes
Prep Time 3 mins
Total Time 3 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces Don Julio añejo tequila
  • 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/2 ounce fig preserves
  • 5 fresh rosemary leaves
  • 1/2 ounce ginger syrup
  • Garnish: rosemary sprig

Instructions

  1. In a shaker, muddle all ingredients except the tequila.
  2. Add the tequila and ice and shake until well-chilled.
  3. Strain into a highball glass or stemless Champagne flute.
  4. Garnish with a rosemary sprig.
  5. *Ginger syrup: Bring 1/2 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Add 1 cup sugar and stir until dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Place 1 2-inch piece of ginger (finely chopped) in a mesh strainer and pour mixture over top. Press ginger with a muddler or back of a spoon to remove as much liquid as possible.