Verdita (makes 12 Shots)
A refreshing and spicy cocktail ∙ Blend ∙ 4 min
Ingredients
~20 kcal per serving
1
Servings
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Blend all ingredients without ice: Coriander/Cilantro leaves 10 pcsFresh mint leaves 20 pcsRed chili pepper 1 pcPineapple juice 450 mlSalt 2 pinches
- Fine strain into a suitable storage container from which to pour into individual shot glasses
- Refrigerate
- Shake before use and use within 3 days
History
Verdita (makes 12 shots) is a non-alcoholic, vivid green herbal chaser traditionally served alongside tequila. Blended from pineapple juice, fresh mint, coriander, chili, salt, and sometimes lime, it tastes like a tropical, spicy, green “salsa in a glass.” It’s poured into shot glasses and sipped alternately with tequila rather than knocked back on its own. The combination refreshes the palate, cools the burn, and adds bright herbal complexity. A modern favorite for upgrading tequila sessions beyond simple lime and salt.