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    Home » Recipes » Drinks » Morir Soñando

    Morir Soñando

    Last Updated: Aug 5, 2021

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    Morir Soñando (Milk and Orange Juice) - A traditional drink from the Dominican Republic that is made with only 3 ingredients and it’s best enjoyed during hot summer days. 

    Morir Soñando juice served in mason jars garnished with orange slices and a metal straw.

    If we’re going to talk about traditional Dominican recipes there’s not one as unique as the Morir Soñando. This delicious beverage is one that is loved by children and adults alike and it’s a Dominican staple both in the island and abroad. 

    What is Morir Soñando

    The name literally translates to “to die dreaming.” I couldn’t really tell you where the name comes from but it goes along with the very Dominican custom of giving interesting (funny) names to fairly common or simple things or dishes such as mondongo or rabo encendio. 

    In actuality, it is a cold beverage made of milk, orange juice, and sugar. It’s usually enjoyed as an afternoon snack or whenever you’re in the mood for a nice cold drink. 

    Juice served in mason jars garnished with orange slices and a metal straw.

    How to Make Morir Soñando

    Making this delicious drink is so easy. Simply mix milk with sugar and ice in a large pitcher, and slowly add orange juice while stirring. 

    It is important that all ingredients are really cold before mixing and that you add the orange juice last otherwise the mix will curdle, which makes for a not so appealing drink. 

    Tips for Making Morir Soñando

    1. Make sure that both the milk and orange juice are chilled before mixing so that the mixture does not curdle. 
    2. Sweeten the milk first and add ice to it. Then, pour the orange juice last while stirring continuously. 
    3. Drink it immediately. This is not a drink that you make to put in the fridge for later. Just mix and enjoy. 

    This one is the most common recipe for this drink, but there are people who like to make small variations that are also really tasty. For example, my grandmother mixed in lime juice instead of orange juice. My mom prefers to use the juice of sour oranges to mix with the milk and from what my mom tells me, making it with grapefruit juice was my dads favorite. So, you see? Everyone has their favorite version.

    Of course, the citrus you decide to use is totally based on preference, but the result is still a pretty tasty drink that everyone is sure to enjoy. You will not find a more refreshing and delicious drink than this one.

    Juice served in mason jars garnished with orange slices and a metal straw.

    Other recipes you might like: 

    • Papaya Milkshake (Batido de Lechosa)
    • Traditional Mamey Smoothie (Batido de Zapote)
    • Watermelon Agua Fresca
    • Blueberry Ginger Lemonade
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    Morir Soñando

    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time0 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 253kcal
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Dominican
    Author: Vanessa
    4.67 from 9 votes
    Morir Sonando in two mason gars with garnishes of sliced orange and lime.
    A traditional drink from the Dominican Republic that is made with only 3 ingredients and it’s best enjoyed during hot summer days.

    INGREDIENTS

    • 3 cups whole milk
    • ½ cup sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
    • 2 cups ice cubes
    • 1 ½ cups orange juice freshly squeezed

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Chill milk and orange juice.
    • In a large pitcher, combine milk, sugar and vanilla. Add ice and stir. Pour in the orange juice while stirring continuously.
    • Garnish with an orange slice. Serve immediately.

    NOTES

    It is important that all ingredients are really cold before mixing and that you add the orange juice last otherwise the mix will curdle. To avoid this, make sure to follow the recipe in the order of the instructions.
     
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 428mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 482IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 217mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. Ray

      February 27, 2021 at 10:32 pm

      4 stars
      Bueno

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    2. Matt The orange juice gang

      February 04, 2021 at 7:48 am

      5 stars
      tasty

      Reply
    3. Jackie

      January 06, 2021 at 7:11 pm

      5 stars
      This is my go to recipe when I make morir sonando. I'm lactose intolerant so I use lactaid milk. I was happy to find a recipe that was easily adjustable (the other recipes I saw used evaporated milk).

      Reply
      • Vanessa

        July 21, 2021 at 5:48 pm

        Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the recipe 🙂

        Reply
    4. Andy

      March 26, 2020 at 3:36 pm

      5 stars
      It looks delicious!

      Reply
    5. Mavi trapos

      September 09, 2019 at 12:38 pm

      5 stars
      qué combinación más buena ! El zumo de naranja para mi siempre es un acierto 🙂

      Reply

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