Ambassador's Inferno

This unique twist on the classic Dirty Shirley features a bold combination of tequila, chile-infused syrup, and the sweet richness of Luxardo maraschino cherries. The infusion of spice and fruit creates a tantalizing flavor profile that is sure to make this cocktail a crowd favorite.

Ambassador's Inferno

A fiery combination of tequila, chile-infused syrup, and Luxardo cherries creates a bold and tantalizing twist on the classic Dirty Shirley.

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Ingredients

  • Ice cubes
  • 3/4 oz. lime juice
  • 3/4 oz. Chile Grenadine or purchased grenadine syrup
  • 1 1/2 oz. silver tequila (optional)
  • 4-6 oz. ginger beer, chilled
  • Luxardo cherry
  • ### Chile Grenadine
  • 1 cup pomegranate juice
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 pasilla or guajillo chile, seeded and crushed

Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add lime juice, Chile Grenadine, and tequila (if using).
  2. Shake vigorously until the mixture is very cold.
  3. Strain the mixture into an ice-filled Collins glass.
  4. Top with 4 oz. ginger beer or 6 oz. if omitting tequila.
  5. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry.
  7. ### Chile Grenadine
  8. In a small saucepan, combine all the ingredients and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
  9. Cover and let the mixture steep for 30 minutes.
  10. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer and chill before using.