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Mezcalita Recipe

lakshman
A smoky and refreshing mezcal cocktail with citrus and spice.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Beverages, Cocktails
Cuisine mexico
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz mezcal
  • 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/2 oz orange juice
  • 1/2 oz agave syrup (or simple syrup)
  • Tajín or chili powder (for rimming the glass)
  • Ice cubes
  • Lime wedge (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the glass:
    Rim a rocks glass with lime juice and dip it into Tajín or chili powder. Set aside.
  • Mix the cocktail:
    In a cocktail shaker, combine mezcal, lime juice, orange juice, and agave syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.
  • Shake well:
    Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
  • Serve:
    Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
  • Garnish:
    Add a lime wedge or a slice of orange for a decorative touch.

Notes

  • Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less agave syrup to taste.
  • For extra smokiness, consider using a smoked salt rim instead of Tajín.
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