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Mezcal Pomegranate Cocktail

What is mezcal?

Mezcal is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from the maguey plant. The word “mezcal” comes from Nahuatl mexcalli (in English, “oven-cooked agave”), and refers to the method of production more than the plant from which the drink is made. The drink is made from any of the several species of agave, such as the espadín, tobala, and arroqueño.

What is in a mezcal pomegranate cocktail?

Ingredients for a mezcal pomegranate cocktail typically include mezcal, pomegranate juice, lime …

Smoky Mezcal Cocktail

Smoky mezcal cocktails are the perfect way to add a bit of smokiness to your drinks menu. This unique spirit is made from agave and has a smoky, earthy flavor that is perfect for cocktails.

Here are a few recipes for smoky mezcal cocktails:

Smoky Margarita

Ingredients:

1.5 oz. mezcal

1 oz. lime juice

0.5 oz. simple syrup

Salt

Instructions:

1. Rim a glass with salt.

2. In a shaker, combine mezcal, lime juice, and simple syrup.

3. Shake well …

Cocktails With Mezcal

What is mezcal?

Mezcal is a type of distilled alcoholic beverage made from the maguey plant. The drink has a smoky, earthy flavor and is typically consumed straight, on the rocks, or in cocktails.

Where does mezcal come from?

Mezcal is produced in Mexico. The drink is made from a number of different types of maguey plants, and each variety of mezcal has its own unique flavor.

What are the different types of mezcal?

There are a number of different …

Traditional Mezcal Cocktails

With the recent resurgence of mezcal in cocktails, bartenders are starting to explore the different ways to use the smoky spirit in drinks. One of the best ways to showcase mezcal’s unique flavor is to use it in classic cocktails that call for bourbon or rye.

One of my favorite cocktails to make with mezcal is the Old-Fashioned. I like to use a smoky mezcal like Del Maguey Vida to give the drink a nice complexity and a slight smokey …

Mezcal Fall Cocktails

Mezcal is a smoky, earthy spirit made from agave plants. It’s a popular ingredient in cocktails, especially in the fall. Here are a few recipes for mezcal cocktails that are perfect for the cooler weather.

The first recipe is for a smoky mezcal martini. In a shaker, combine 2 ounces of mezcal, 1 ounce of dry vermouth, and a dash of orange bitters. Shake well and strain into a martini glass.

The second recipe is for a mezcal old fashioned. …

Mezcal Mule Cocktail

What is Mezcal?

Mezcal is a type of agave spirit made in Mexico. It is similar to tequila, but can be made from a variety of agave plants, whereas tequila is made only from blue agave. Mezcal has a smoky, earthy flavor that makes it a perfect choice for cocktails.

What is a Mule Cocktail?

A Mule cocktail is a mix of vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice. It is a refreshing, easy-to-make drink that is perfect for summertime.

How …