Gentlemen, when you see a showstopper strutting her way onto the dance floor with a sexy red bareback and patent stilettos, your first instinct is to walk up to her and come up with some line on how gorgeous she looks, right? Wrong! She’ll push you aside like yesterday’s fling without even batting her made-up lashes. You can’t show how nervous you actually are inside because she’ll easily see through your sweat-drenched shirt and scoff in response. Of course, acting cocky means game over in any lady’s book. Asking for a dance means waiting in line for all the other guys hoping to whisk her away, and being too impatient means you’re not worth her time. What’s there to do when your options are limited? Well, have you ever seen a woman hit the dance floor all night long in heels without complaining how bad her feet ache? She’ll soon tip-toe her way to the bar to wind down and voila, here’s your chance to order her a drink that’ll make an unforgettable impression.
Conquistadora is named after every independent woman who’s glowing with beauty from the inside out. Unlike the usual Cosmos, Daiquiris, and Pina Coladas, the Conquistadora is not for the tame. It’s powerful and only meant for those who know what they want and isn’t willing to go for fluff. Made by mixologist Lynnette Marrero, Conquistadora is prepared with coffee-infused white rum that’ll quickly perk her up, giving you all the attention necessary to show her what you’re all about. The cocktail is also made with Zacapa Rum 23 for its warm, inviting spices of cinnamon and caramel, along with notes of cocoa and vanilla. In addition to sherry, a Spanish wine savored only by the elite, coconut liqueur is also included for an exotic, smooth finish. Be warned, the Conquistadora is not made for everyone, but isn’t the risk worth it?
Conquistadora Recipe
Ingredients
½ oz. Coffee-infused white rum (We used Demerara)
1 ½ oz. Zacapa Rum 23
1 oz. Sherry (We used Oloroso)
½ oz. Coconut liqueur (We used Kalani)
1 Orange twist
Preparation
Stir ingredients over ice and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with an orange twist.
