Mezcalita

Mezcalita is a vibrant, beautifully textured signature cocktail that elevates classic citrus notes with a hint of warm spice. It balances 2 oz of Agua Mágica Mezcal with 1 oz of fresh lime juice, 0.75 oz of sweet agave nectar, and 0.5 oz of fresh orange juice to soften the tartness. Shaken vigorously with ice, the mixture is finely strained into a stemmed, curved coupe glass to show off its lovely, deep amber hue. It is served perfectly clean alongside a sprig of fresh basil at the base for an inviting, aromatic touch.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Agua Mágica Mezcal

• 1 oz Fresh lime juice

• 0.5 oz Agave nectar

• 3 Thin cucumber slices

• 2 Sprigs of fresh cilantro

• Tajín (for the rim)

• Cucumber ribbon and cilantro sprig (for garnish)

Instructions:

• Rim the glass: Run a lime wedge around the edge of a rocks glass, dip it into the Tajín to coat the rim, and fill the glass with fresh ice.

• Muddle: In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle the cucumber slices and cilantro sprigs with the agave nectar to release the juices and oils.

• Combine & Shake: Add the Agua Mágica Mezcal and fresh lime juice. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled.

• Strain: Double strain the mixture (to catch all the small bits of cucumber and cilantro) into your prepared rocks glass.

• Garnish: Top with a fresh cucumber ribbon and a sprig of cilantro before serving.

Attribution:
Recipe: Aqua Magica
Photo & Origin: Aqua Magica