Mezcal Margarita

Smoky mezcal brings depth to a classic margarita. A combination of slightly sweeter Combier and mildly bitter Cointreau balances the floral orange notes in the drink. Double the Cointreau if Combier is unavailable.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 ounces mezcal (preferably Rey Campero Espadín)

  • 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice, peel reserved

  • 1/2 ounce Combier

  • 1/4 ounce Cointreau

  • Salt, for rimming glasses

  • Lime wedge, for garnish

Instructions:

Combine mezcal, lime juice, Combier, and Cointreau in a cocktail shaker. Fill with ice cubes; cover and shake until shaker is frosty, about 30 seconds. Rub half of glass rim with lime peel; dip in salt. Fill glass with ice; strain margarita into glass. Garnish with lime wedge.

Attribution:

Recipe: Yana Volfson

Origin: Food&Wine

Photo: VICTOR PROTASIO

ModerateLuchi CampuganLime, Combier