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.
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.

Step by stepInstructions
- In a large pitcher, stir the sugar into the orange juice until completely dissolved — this step prevents the milk from curdling.
- Chill the juice mixture and the milk well, at least an hour, or work over plenty of ice.
- Just before serving, pour the cold milk into the juice slowly, stirring constantly with a spoon as you go.
- Add the vanilla, if using, the pinch of salt, and the ice, and stir once more.
- 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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