Cal's Citrus Smoke
A bright and smoky tequila cocktail, featuring the zesty punch of lime and grapefruit, softened by agave, and finished with a unique smoked salt rim for an intriguing complexity.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Blanco Tequila
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.25 oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice
- 0.75 oz Agave Nectar (1:1 agave to water)
Instructions
- Rim a chilled coupe or rocks glass with smoked grapefruit salt.
- Combine Blanco Tequila, fresh lime juice, fresh grapefruit juice, and agave nectar in a shaker with ice.
- Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
- Double strain into the prepared glass.
Glassware: Coupe or Rocks Glass
Garnish: Smoked grapefruit salt rim and a grapefruit twist
History
A refined twist on the beloved Margarita, this drink elevates the classic with grapefruit's bittersweet edge and a smoked salt rim, adding depth and a modern flair to its Mexican roots.