Iconic Cocktail Co. Prickly Pear Sour Handcrafted Cocktail Mixer, Arizona

Vivid, fruity, and unmistakably Southwestern, the Iconic Cocktail Co. Prickly Pear Sour Handcrafted Mixer captures the spirit of Arizona in bloom. Made with local prickly pear juice and fresh lemon, this syrup reimagines the classic sour with a desert-inspired twist. Its naturally vibrant flavor evokes ripe strawberries layered with citrus brightness and a subtle earthy depth, creating a mixer that is as refreshing as it is distinctive. With no added water, each ounce is concentrated with bold, natural flavor, making it a versatile base for both spirited cocktails and sparkling non-alcoholic refreshers.

Product Details:

• Producer: Iconic Cocktail Co. (Phoenix, Arizona)
• Category: Handcrafted Cocktail Mixer Syrup
• Key Ingredients: Prickly pear juice, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest
  
• Best Pairings: Tequila, vodka, rum (also versatile with gin and whiskey)
• ABV (when mixed as Prickly Pear Margarita): 8%
• Calories (when mixed as Prickly Pear Margarita): 95

Sensory Description:
The nose greets with bright citrus and fresh red fruit. On the palate, juicy notes of strawberry-like prickly pear mingle with tart lemon, balanced by a touch of earthy depth that keeps the profile intriguing rather than overly sweet. The finish is crisp and refreshing, with a lingering fruit brightness that pairs beautifully with a wide range of spirits.

Producer’s Background:
Iconic Cocktail Co., based in Phoenix, Arizona, is a small-batch mixer company known for turning local, seasonal, and culinary ingredients into vibrant cocktail syrups. By forgoing unnecessary additives and focusing on concentrated flavor, they create mixers that honor their desert roots while offering versatility for classic and modern cocktails alike. The Prickly Pear Sour is a tribute to the cacti that define Arizona’s landscape, bottled to bring a taste of the desert to every glass.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve chilled at 38–42°F when mixed. The Prickly Pear Sour pairs effortlessly with tequila in bright margarita-style cocktails, with vodka or rum in sparkling highballs, or even with gin in a desert-inspired Rickey. For a light summer classic, try the Prickly Pear Margarita: combine 1oz tequila (80 proof), ¾oz Prickly Pear Sour, ¼oz lime juice, and 3oz sparkling water over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with a lime wheel to complete a refreshing cocktail under 100 calories—perfect for warm-weather sipping.