Smoky Mezcal Margarita Recipe
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Smoky Mezcal Margarita Recipe
Description
This Smoky Mezcal Margarita Recipe combines two ounces of mezcal with fresh lime juice, agave syrup, and triple sec, stirred with ice and poured into a salt-rimmed glass. The rim uses margarita salt or Tajín to add a peripheral spice contrast to the smoky spirit. The agave simple syrup is prepared by dissolving agave syrup in warm water, making a smooth sweetener that blends with the tangy lime and earthy mezcal.
The flavor balances the mezcal's characteristic smokiness against citrus and sweetness, with the triple sec adding orange notes. The preparation involves rubbing the glass rim with lime before dipping into salt and mixing the cocktail ingredients over ice thoroughly. The result is a refreshing cocktail with both a smoky depth and bright citrus notes, suitable for cocktail sessions where mezcal’s unique character is appreciated.
This drink is garnished with a slice of lime, helping to carry fresh citrus aroma and further acidity with each sip. It’s a good choice for mezcal enthusiasts or those seeking a twist on the traditional margarita. The use of Tajín salt as the rim provides extra flavor complexity and a touch of heat.
Ingredients
- Margarita salt we use Tajín
- 2 ounces mezcal
- 1 ounce lime juice
- ¾ ounce agave syrup recipe below
- ½ ounce triple sec
Agave Simple Syrup
- 1 tablespoon water warm
- ½ tablespoon agave syrup
Instructions
- Rub the rim of a glass with a cut piece of lime and then dip it into margarita salt (we used Tajin in the pictures.) Add ice to the glass.
- Put a handful of ice into a cocktail mixer or jar. Add the mezcal, lime juice, agave simple syrup, and Triple Sec and stir well.
- Pour it into your salt-rimmed glass and garnish with a slice of lime.
Agave Simple Syrup
- Mix the warm water and agave syrup in a small glass.
Notes
- Prepare agave simple syrup by mixing 2 parts warm water with 1 part agave syrup; adjust quantities to taste.
- Rub the glass rim with lime before dipping in salt or Tajín for proper adherence.
- Serve with a lime slice garnish to complement the smoky and citrus flavors.
- Tajín provides a spiced salt rim alternative to traditional margarita salt.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 1cocktail
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 cocktail | |
| Calories | 280kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 0.2g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 40mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 14IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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