Description
This Mezcal cocktail has a unique flavor profile that is at the same time smoky, spicy, tangy, a little sweet and totally refreshing.
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces Mezcal (I recommend Del Maguey Vida)
- 2 ounce fresh lime juice
- 2 ounce simple syrup
- 2 squirts of Sriracha
- Ice, for the shaker and the glasses
- Salt, for the rim
- Chipotle chili powder (or other mild chili powder), for the rim and to sprinkle on the surface
- Lime wheels for garnish
Instructions
- Fill two 12 oz tumblers with ice (rim first with salt and chili powder if desired)
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice, add Mezcal, lime juice, simple syrup and sriracha, shake well and pour into iced glasses
- Sprinkle a small pinch of chili powder over the surface of each drink, and hang a lime wheel on each rim
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shake
- Cuisine: Mexican