US Open cocktail showdown: Honey Deuce vs Maestro Dobel Ace Paloma
Whether it is an epic 5-setter or a quick three set match, fans get thirsty watching all the exciting rallies. With two tennis-centric beverages on the menu, this US Open cocktail showdown has everyone toasting to flavorful sips.
As many people know, the Honey Deuce is the classic, favorite US Open cocktail. For 18 years, the vodka cocktail has been a fan-favorite tradition that anyone and everyone has sipped while watching all the action.
According to Grey Goose, over 2.25 million of these cocktails have been enjoyed at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Whether it is the bright, refreshing flavor or the adorable “ball” garnish, there are plenty of reasons to enjoy one.
This year, Grey Goose partnered with USA Tennis player Frances Tiafoe to celebrate the iconic US Open style. As the official vodka of the US Open, the pair showcase how the everyone can “flex” their presence at the electric tennis tournament.
Even if tennis fans do not have an in-person seat to enjoy all the action, they can enjoy an iconic Grey Goose Honey Deuce cocktail at home. Here’s how to make one
Grey Goose Honey Deuce
Ingredients:
1.25 oz GREY GOOSE® vodka
3.0 oz Fresh Lemonade
0.5 oz Raspberry Liqueur
Garnish: Frozen Honeydew Melon Ball Skewer
Method:
Chill Collins Glass by placing in refrigerator/freezer or by filling with ice water for 5 minutes. Remove Collins Glass from refrigerator/freezer, and fill with ice. Measure and add vodka to Collins Glass. Top with measured amount of fresh lemonade. Measure and add raspberry liqueur. Garnish with skewer of 1 or multiple frozen honeydew melon balls (note: place honeydew melon in freezer before using the melon baller). Cheers!
Another tennis-centric cocktail is taking aim to be the smashing hit at the US Open. Maestro Dobel Ace Paloma features the tournament’s Official Tequila Partner, Maestro Dobel Tequila.
The first Cristalino tequila, the liquor has a pristine flavor that pairs well with classic tequila cocktails. With a luscious mouthfeel, the tequila satisfies with a simple sip or combined with robust flavors. It might be one of the most versatile liquors on the shelf.
Its signature cocktail for the US Open, the Maestro Dobel Ace Paloma, is bright, refreshing and perfect for those warm days and long nights under the lights. Many local New York City locations are serving the signature cocktail. Additionally, Cocktail Courier is offering a kit for everyone to make it at home.
Also, Maestro Dobel Tequila graciously shared the recipe with FoodSided. Here’s how to make it.
Maestro Dobel Ace Paloma
Ingredients:
2 oz Maestro Dobel Diamante Cristalino Tequila
0.5 oz Fresh Lime Juice
Top with Grapefruit Soda
Garnish: Black Lava Salt, Dehydrated Grapefruit Slice
Method:
Pour Maestro Dobel Tequila Diamante Cristalino and squeeze of lime into tall glass filled with fresh ice and rimmed with black lava salt. Top with Owen’s Rio Red Grapefruit and garnish with a pink grapefruit wedge placed on the mouth of the glass, serve!
Whether it is a pass up the line or an epic angle hit with precision, everyone is a winner with these US Open cocktails.