Split Tide is a bright, citrus-forward cocktail that brings together the clean crispness of white rum and the earthy edge of blanco tequila. Fresh lime juice gives it a sharp, lively bite, while simple syrup smooths it into an easy, balanced finish. The result is refreshing, punchy, and simple in the best way.
Recipe
- 1 oz white rum
- 1 oz blanco tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
Glass
- Coupe, or double old fashioned glass over fresh ice
How to make
- Add the white rum, blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe for an up drink, or into a double old fashioned glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a lime wheel, wedge, or twist, and serve immediately.
Garnish
Garnish with a lime wheel or a thin lime wedge. For a cleaner presentation, use a strip of lime peel twisted gently over the drink to release its oils, then place it on the rim or in the glass.
Origin
Split Tide was created as a split-base citrus cocktail, combining white rum and blanco tequila in equal parts for a profile that lands somewhere between a Daiquiri and a Margarita. Its name reflects the dual-spirit build and the way the two bases move together while still keeping their own character.
Optional serving note
Best served very cold. If you want it brighter and tighter, serve it up in a coupe. If you want it more relaxed and easy-sipping, serve it over fresh ice in a double old fashioned glass.