Smoked Chili Daisy
This elegant Daisy variation embraces the deep, earthy smoke of mezcal, softened by a split base of orange liqueur and the subtle, complex heat of Ancho Reyes Verde, served up for a smooth experience.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Blanco Mezcal
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.5 oz Orange Liqueur
- 0.25 oz Ancho Reyes Verde
Instructions
- Combine mezcal, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, and Ancho Reyes Verde in a shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled.
- Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a dehydrated lime wheel and a delicate pinch of smoked paprika for an aromatic flourish.
Glassware: Coupe Glass
Garnish: Dehydrated lime wheel, pinch of smoked paprika
History
Building on the Margarita's Daisy framework, this cocktail introduces Ancho Reyes Verde, a unique chili liqueur, for a more complex and herbaceous spice profile. Serving it up in a coupe highlights its refined character.