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Velvet Terrace Margarita recipe.

Velvet Terrace Margarita combines Aged Rum with Oolong Syrup, Sparkling Wine, and Calvados Essence, finishing with a lively, refreshing lift.

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Velvet Terrace Margarita

Description

There is a useful confidence to Velvet Terrace Margarita. The recipe combines Aged Rum, Oolong Syrup, Sparkling Wine, and Calvados Essence. Bubbles keep the serve open and refreshing, so the richer or sweeter elements stay light on the palate.

It fits naturally into aperitif hour, garden drinks, parties or any round where you want flavour without a heavy finish. Use fresh ice and serve promptly so the texture and aroma arrive at their best.

Ingredients

  • 15 ml Aged Rum
  • 10 ml Oolong Syrup
  • 70 ml Sparkling Wine
  • 5 ml Calvados Essence
  • Ice

Equipment needed

Bar Spoon – Used to stir the drink smoothly with ice before serving.

Instructions

  1. Add Aged Rum, Oolong Syrup, and Calvados Essence to a shaker with ice; keep Sparkling Wine out of the shaker.
  2. Shake briefly until the base is well chilled.
  3. Strain into the serving glass over fresh ice.
  4. Top gently with Sparkling Wine, stir once or twice, and garnish.

Recommended glassware

Margarita Glass
Margarita Glass (recommended)

A wide, dramatic glass designed for Margaritas and frozen tequila cocktails.

250–400 ml Wide bowl with broad rim for salting or sugaring.

Best for: Margarita, Frozen Margarita, Daiquiri variations, festive tequila serves.

Garnish: Best for salt rims, lime wheels, citrus zest, and fruit garnishes.

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Quick facts

5 mins Medium Approx. 16% ABV 0.3 units 255 kcal Fresh ice Mocktail option
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