Prizefighter

Prizefighter is an incredibly refreshing, summery highball that pairs the earthy, artisanal smoke of mezcal with the intense, punchy heat of fresh ginger. Shaken with fresh lime juice, rich agave nectar, and a handful of bright mint leaves before being topped off with crisp club soda, this invigorating cooler is served over ice with a fresh mint bouquet.

Ingredients:

• 30 ml Straight rye whiskey (100 proof /50% alc./vol.)

• 30 ml Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal

• 22.5 ml Lucano amaro

• 7.5 ml Gentian liqueur (e.g. Suze, Salers etc)

• 3 drops of Xocolatl mole bitters

Instructions:

• Select and pre-chill an old-fashioned glass.

• Prepare a garnish of orange zest twist.

• Stir all ingredients with ice.

• Strain into an ice-filled glass (preferably over a large cube or chunk of block ice).

• Express orange zest twist over the cocktail and use as garnish.

Attribution:
Recipe: Simon Difford
Origin: Difford’s Guide
Photo: Difford’s Guide