What ingredients are in a Moranguito?

2/5 Absinthe, 2/5 Tequila, 1/5 Grenadine

What glass do you use for a Moranguito?

A Moranguito is traditionally served in a Shot glass.

How strong is a Moranguito?

A Moranguito has an estimated ABV of 32.76%.

How many calories are in a Moranguito?

A Moranguito contains approximately 89 calories per serving.

Moranguito

Glass Shot glass

Difficulty Easy

Calories ~89 kcal

ABV 32.76%

Ingredients

Absinthe 2/5
Tequila 2/5
Grenadine 1/5

Instructions

first you put rhe absinthe, then put tequila, then put the Granadine syrup.

Fruity Shot

Moranguito is a vibrant, intensely strong shot layered with absinthe, tequila, and grenadine, creating a striking visual gradient from clear green to deep red. The name means "little strawberry" in Portuguese, referencing the colour the grenadine imparts. It is a popular shot in Portuguese bars, valued for its bold appearance and powerful, anise-forward character.

History & Origins

Moranguito is a Portuguese bar shot of disputed origin, believed to have emerged in the late 20th century as absinthe and tequila became more widely available in European markets following the partial lifting of the absinthe ban. Its name and colour suggest a playful association with strawberries, despite containing none. No single creator or bar is definitively credited with its invention.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Dominant anise and fennel from the absinthe with earthy agave from the tequila and sweet pomegranate from the grenadine. Palate: An intense collision of bitter anise, smoky agave, and sweet grenadine with a fiery alcoholic heat throughout. Finish: Long and warming with strong anise and a hint of residual sweetness.

anise agave strong sweet intense

Pro Tip

Layer the grenadine last by pouring it slowly over the back of a spoon to create the distinctive red-over-clear gradient effect before serving as a shot.

Data verified October 2016

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