Morir Soñando (Dominican Orange Drink)

Three glasses of morir sonando on a countertop with a pitcher for serving.

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Morir Soñando (Dominican Orange Drink)

Morir Soñando is a classic Dominican drink made with fresh orange juice, evaporated milk, and vanilla. Bright, refreshing, and easy to make, it's perfect for hot days and family gatherings.

Prep Time20

Total Time20

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Caribbean, Dominican

Keyword: Morir soñando

Servings:

Ingredients

2 (12 ounce) cans evaporated milk well chilled
Juice of 6 oranges chilled
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Ice
Orange slices for garnish

Instructions

Make sure the evaporated milk and citrus juices are thoroughly chilled before starting.
In a large pitcher, combine the orange juice, lime juice, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar has dissolved.
Fill the pitcher with plenty of ice.
While stirring continuously, slowly pour in the chilled evaporated milk.
Continue stirring until smooth and creamy.
Pour into glasses filled with ice and garnish each glass with an orange slice.

Notes

The secret to a silky Morir Soñando is using very cold ingredients and slowly pouring in the evaporated milk while stirring. This helps create the smooth texture without curdling.
Freshly squeezed orange juice gives the best flavor. Bottled orange juice won't taste quite as bright or fresh.
Taste the drink before serving and adjust the sugar if needed. Sweeter oranges may require less sugar, while tart oranges may need a little more.
Morir Soñando is best enjoyed immediately after mixing while it's cold and smooth.

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