Description
The Classic Rosa Maria is a refreshing tequila-based cocktail that combines the savory richness of tomato juice with zesty lime, a touch of spice, and a hint of umami. Easy to make with just a few fresh ingredients, this elegant drink is perfect for any occasion, offering customizable heat levels and vibrant flavors that delight every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 oz tomato juice
- 2 oz tequila blanco
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 2–3 dashes hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 dash Worcestershire sauce
- Pinch of celery salt
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- Ice cubes (as needed)
Garnish
- Celery stalk or lime wedge
Instructions
- Prepare Your Glass: Choose a tall glass, preferably a highball, and fill it with ice cubes to chill thoroughly while you prepare the cocktail.
- Mix the Base Ingredients: In a shaker or mixing glass, combine the tomato juice, tequila blanco, and freshly squeezed lime juice. Stir or gently shake to blend these foundational flavors.
- Add Seasonings: Incorporate hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the mixture, adjusting to taste for your preferred level of spice and savoriness.
- Assemble and Garnish: Pour the mixed cocktail over the ice in your chilled glass. Garnish with a fresh celery stalk or a lime wedge for a picture-perfect finish.
Notes
- Always use freshly squeezed lime juice and quality tomato juice for the best flavor.
- Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of hot sauce.
- Chill your glass beforehand to keep the cocktail crisp longer.
- Stir gently rather than shaking vigorously to maintain the cocktail’s texture.
- Traditionally tequila blanco is used, but you can experiment with reposado or mezcal for different flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (approx. 8 oz)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Rosa Maria, tequila cocktail, tomato juice cocktail, classic cocktail, spicy cocktail, brunch drink, crowd-pleaser