Pteranodon Perch
A bright and zesty tequila Collins, this drink is as invigorating as a flight over the prehistoric landscape. With its vibrant, almost sunset-like hue and sparkling finish, it's the perfect companion for surveying new horizons, perhaps from a high vantage point.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila Blanco
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.75 oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice
- 0.5 oz Agave Nectar
- 3-4 oz Club Soda
Instructions
- Combine tequila blanco, fresh lime juice, fresh grapefruit juice, and agave nectar in a shaker with ice.
- Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
- Strain into a chilled Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with club soda.
- Gently stir to combine.
Glassware: Collins Glass
Garnish: Grapefruit wheel and a lime wedge
History
This vibrant Collins variation takes inspiration from the Paloma, Mexico's beloved tequila and grapefruit highball. By adding fresh grapefruit juice and agave, it creates a crisp, refreshing, and visually stunning drink, perfect for surveying new horizons, perhaps from a precarious pteranodon perch.