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The Interlude

May 20, 2025

Cocktails Modern Tequila
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Designed for a moment of pause, The Interlude is your soundtrack in a glass—best enjoyed with Carter Vail’s “Interlude” playing softly in the background. It’s a cocktail meant for golden hour reflections, blending the rich comfort of coffee and vanilla with the crystal clarity of Cristalino tequila. Think moody lounge meets late-night vinyl.

Recipe: Justin Draper (Edmonton, Alberta)
Photo: Reece Sims

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The inspiration behind this cocktail, as explained by bartender Justin Draper, “This drink is perfect to sip while taking a break in your day. Whether it’s a sip with friends before the afternoon turns into the evening, or a pause after dinner before the rest of your plans, it’s meant to savour the moment and bring in the next moment. Casamigos Cristalino’s complex aged notes and a clean finish support a rich, smooth cocktail to be enjoyed among friends.“
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The Interlude

Recipe by Justin Draper (Edmonton, Alberta)Difficulty: Easy

Flavor Camps: Boozy, Bitter, Spiced

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz Casamigos Cristalino

  • 0.5 oz Vanilla-infused Coffee Liqueur*

  • 0.25 oz Benedictine

  • 2 dashes Angostura Bitters

  • 1 dash Chocolate Bitters

  • 2 drops Saline Solution (1:4)

  • Garnish: Orange Twist

Directions

  • Combine ingredients in mixing glass with ice.
  • Stir, strain into chilled coupe.
  • Express oils from orange peel over top, and garnish with the peel.

Notes

  • *You can use Tia Maria Coffee Liqueur alternatively as it has a more vanilla-forward profile
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