Adoración

Ingredients

• 40 mlLicor 43
• 120 mltonic water
• 10 mllime juice

Instructions

1. 1

   Build the drink

   Fill a balloon glass with ice, pour in the Licor 43 and top up with tonic water. Squeeze in the lime juice.

What is Adoración?

Adoración is a mixed drink made by combining Licor 43, tonic water and lime over ice. The recipe provides no specific origin, but its simple build makes it an easy choice when you want a quick, refreshing serve.

Licor 43 brings sweetness and warm vanilla-like notes, while tonic adds bitterness and fizz. Lime juice gives the drink a sharper finish.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 170 calories, 0g protein, 25g carbs, 0g fat.

Most of the energy and carbohydrates come from the Licor 43 and tonic water; the lime juice contributes very little. There is virtually no protein or fat, so pair the drink with a protein-rich snack and something fresh if serving it as part of a meal.

The role of each ingredient

Licor 43: pour the measured amount directly over the ice so it chills as you build the drink.

Tonic water: add it after the liqueur to preserve as much of its carbonation as possible.

Lime juice: the small measure lifts the sweet liqueur with fresh acidity.

Build it in the glass

Ice first: fill the balloon glass before adding the liquids, which helps chill the drink as it is assembled.

Top gently: pour in the tonic after the liqueur and avoid stirring vigorously, which can flatten the bubbles.

Balance sweetness and fizz

The liqueur is sweet, so the tonic's bitterness and lime's acidity are important for balance. Use the listed amounts as a starting point, then adjust the lime slightly to suit your taste.

Serve it cold

Use plenty of ice and serve as soon as the drink is mixed, while the tonic is still lively. A chilled balloon glass can help keep the drink cool for longer.

What to serve alongside

The drink works well as an aperitif or alongside salty nibbles such as olives or roasted nuts. Keep accompaniments modest so their flavours do not overwhelm the sweet, citrusy drink.

Recipe notes & tips

• Chill the glass before making the drink for a colder first sip.
• Use fresh lime juice for a brighter citrus flavour.
• Pour the tonic slowly to keep its fizz.
• Fill the glass well with ice so the drink stays cold as you sip.
• Taste before adding extra lime, as the tonic and liqueur already provide a balance of bitter and sweet.

Variations

• Diet tonic: use a sugar-free tonic for a less sweet version.
• More citrus: add a little extra lime juice for a sharper finish.
• Lime garnish: add a lime wedge to the glass for a fresh aroma.
• Orange twist: express a strip of orange peel over the drink for a citrus fragrance.
• Less liqueur: reduce the Licor 43 slightly and top with more tonic for a lighter-tasting serve.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Flat tonic: add it last and pour gently to retain the carbonation.
• Too little ice: fill the glass well so the drink chills without quickly becoming warm.
• Over-squeezing lime: measure the juice to keep its acidity from overpowering the liqueur.
• Making it ahead: mix just before serving so the tonic stays fizzy.
• Stirring hard: give the drink only a gentle stir if needed, rather than mixing vigorously.

How to store

This drink is best made and served immediately; it does not keep well once mixed because the tonic loses its fizz. Keep the ingredients chilled separately until ready to serve.

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