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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.25 fl oz Honey syrup
- 0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Add first four ingredients to shaker
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Shake well with ice
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Fine strain into ice-filled Collins glass
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Top with champagne
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Garnish with mint sprig
Cocktail Description
This regal rum sparkler brings together Caribbean sunshine and French elegance in one tall, refreshing glass that practically demands a celebration.
The Rum Royale Fizz starts with Flor de Caña's smooth four-year aged rum as its foundation, sweetened with honey syrup and brightened by fresh lime and orange juices before getting crowned with Perrier Jouet champagne. The result tastes like a tropical vacation meets New Year's Eve—bright citrus notes play against the rum's gentle oak character while honey adds silky sweetness, all lifted by those delicate champagne bubbles and finished with aromatic mint. It's sophisticated enough for brunch with friends or an afternoon garden party, but playful enough to enjoy poolside on a warm Saturday. Making this drink requires just a cocktail shaker and basic bar skills, so even newer home bartenders can pull it off with confidence. The fizzy, citrus-forward profile pairs beautifully with lighter fare like grilled shrimp skewers, ceviche, fruit salads, or coconut-crusted fish tacos. Pour one when you want something that feels special but doesn't take itself too seriously—it's the kind of drink that turns an ordinary afternoon into something worth toasting.
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