Average
Fruity & Sweet
3 minutes
Rocks Glass
Ingredients
How to Make an Alma cocktail
Bar tools you’ll need
Jigger
Boston Shaker
How to Mix
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Fill a Cocktail Shaker with Ice Cubes.
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Add Absolut Vodka, Grapefruit Juice, Italian Bitter Aperitivo Liqueur, and Mandarines Liqueur to the shaker.
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Shake well to chill and combine.
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Strain into a Rocks Glass filled with Ice Cubes.
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Garnish with Grapefruit.
All about the Alma
The Alma is a spirit-forward drink built for those who love bitter, citrusy flavors. It uses Absolut Vodka, Grapefruit Juice, Italian Bitter Aperitivo Liqueur, and Mandarines Liqueur, shaken together in a Cocktail Shaker, then strained into a Rocks Glass over ice.
This is a modern, tangy twist that feels balanced from the first sip to the last. It’s usually garnished with Grapefruit, and the citrus brightness makes it a true stand-out among alma cider or alma drink-inspired cocktails. If you enjoy alma hard seltzer, this cocktail brings a robust taste experience you’ll appreciate.
Alma hits with citrus brightness, a tang from Grapefruit Juice, and bitter complexity from liqueurs, all balanced by the smooth base of vodka. Each sip feels lively and bold, yet finishes crisp and clean.
- Fresh-Squeeze the Grapefruit Juice
Squeezing Grapefruit Juice just before mixing keeps the flavor vibrant. - Use a Jigger for Precision
Measured pours maintain harmony between bitter, sweet, and citrus. - Double-Strain for Smoothness
Pour through a Strainer and a Fine Mesh Strainer into a chilled Rocks Glass for a clean finish. - Upgrade Your Ice
Use a large Ice Cube in your Rocks Glass to keep the drink lively without quick dilution. - Shake Hard and Long
Shake the Boston Shaker firmly to create a silky texture and blend flavors.
- Express a Grapefruit Twist
Squeeze a wide Grapefruit Peel over the glass to mist essential oils, then drop it in for a layered citrus aroma. - Add a Flamed Orange Peel
Light an Orange Peel briefly with a match to caramelize the oils, then use it as a garnish-this echoes the mandarine notes and looks impressive.
Alma FAQ
The Alma stands out by layering bitter Italian Bitter Aperitivo Liqueur and sweet Mandarines Liqueur with Grapefruit Juice, giving a tangy, complex taste unlike most straightforward grapefruit drinks.
Fresh Grapefruit Juice is recommended for the Alma to capture its lively citrus flavor, as bottled juice can dull the drink’s vibrancy.
Expressing a Grapefruit Twist over the glass or using a flamed Orange Peel will elevate the Alma’s aroma and add an extra layer of citrus complexity.
A Grapefruit Twist or a flamed Orange Peel both add aroma and visual appeal, tying together the drink’s citrus and bitter notes.
