Smoky Cranberry Mezcal Madras
Smoky Cranberry Mezcal Madras is a festive, holiday-inspired twist on the classic Madras highball that trades the traditional vodka for the earthy depth of Casamigos Mezcal. It shakes up the soft, smoky mezcal with sweet orange liqueur, fresh-pressed lime juice, and a vibrant splash of cranberry (often incorporating a touch of cranberry sauce for seasonal flair). Shaken vigorously with ice to perfectly blend the tart berry, bright citrus, and soft smoke, it is strained into a chilled glass over fresh ice. This beautifully balanced, ruby-hued cocktail is an elevated, warming take on a bright and fruity classic.
Ingredients:
1.5 oz. Casamigos Mezcal
1 oz. Orange Liqueur
0.5 oz. Lime Juice
1 oz. Cranberry Juice
Sugared Cranberry Garnish
Instructions:
Using a sharp knife and cutting board, slice the lime in half.
Using a citrus reamer, press lime juice out into a cup or bowl and set aside.
Add mezcal, orange liqueur, lime juice, cranberry juice, and ice to a cocktail shaker.
Shake until thoroughly chilled and strain into a coupe glass.
Drop in sugared cranberries to garnish.