Mezcalita Magic: A Smoky Twist on the Classic Margarita You’ll Crave
A bold, smoky twist on the classic margarita made with mezcal, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar. Perfect for summer nights or craft cocktail hour.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
2 oz mezcal
1 oz fresh lime juice
0.5 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or triple sec)
0.5 oz agave nectar
Ice
Tajín or chili salt (for rim)
Lime wedge or jalapeño slice (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Rim a rocks glass with lime and Tajín or chili salt.
2. Add mezcal, lime juice, orange liqueur, and agave nectar to a shaker with ice.
3. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds.
4. Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
5. Garnish with a lime wedge or jalapeño slice.
Notes
For a spicier version, muddle a jalapeño slice in the shaker.
Try infusing mezcal with hibiscus or chipotle for added depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://anymealideas.com/mezcalita/