The Curious Margarita

The Curious Margarita is a smoky, earthy variation of the classic cocktail that trades traditional triple sec for an artisanal, natural profile. It features 1.5 oz of The Lost Explorer Mezcal Espadín balanced with 1 oz of fresh lime juice and 0.5 oz of agave syrup to smooth out the tart citrus edges. The ingredients are shaken vigorously with ice and strained into an old-fashioned glass over fresh ice cubes. The signature element is a striking, triangular paint of spiced chili-salt or worm salt (sal de gusano) along the side of the glass, beautifully completed with a fresh lime wheel garnish.

Ingredients:

  • 1½ oz / 45 ml The Lost Explorer Mezcal Espadín

  • ½ oz / 15 ml Ancho Reyes Verde

  • ¾ oz / 20 ml Agave syrup

  • 1 oz / 30 ml Lime juice

  • Rimmed with Tajín & a jalapeño slice

Instructions:

  • Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake it up. Strain into a Tajín-rimmed old fashioned glass filled with ice. Garnish with a single jalapeño slice. Never look back.

Attribution:
Recipe: Lost Explorer
Photo & Origin: Lost Explorer

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