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Morir Soñando

A refreshing Dominican tradition — Morir Soñando, “to die dreaming,” is the national refresher of orange juice and milk, the flavor of Dominican summers.

⏱ 10 minPrep time
🔥 0 minCook time
🍽 4Servings
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Morir Soñando - Dominicain recipe

A refreshing Dominican tradition — Morir Soñando, “to die dreaming,” is the national refresher of orange juice and milk, the flavor of Dominican summers. The trick is in the technique: sugar dissolved in the juice and ice-cold everything, so the milk never curdles against the citrus. Served tall and frosty, it is the drink that makes the heat bearable.

Step by stepInstructions

  1. In a large pitcher, stir the sugar into the orange juice until completely dissolved — this step prevents the milk from curdling.
  2. Chill the juice mixture and the milk well, at least an hour, or work over plenty of ice.
  3. Just before serving, pour the cold milk into the juice slowly, stirring constantly with a spoon as you go.
  4. Add the vanilla, if using, the pinch of salt, and the ice, and stir once more.
  5. Serve immediately in tall glasses; for a slushier version, blend everything with the ice for 30 seconds.

💡 Chef tips & storage

Everything must be ice-cold and the milk must meet the sweetened juice slowly, with constant stirring — that is the whole secret to no curdling. For a cloudier, richer drink, substitute half the milk with evaporated milk.

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Recipe details

Prep10 min
Cook0 min
Servings4
CategoryDinner
PublishedAugust 17, 2026
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