Smoky Ember Sour
This is a mezcal sour, marrying the smoky depth of mezcal with bright, zesty lemon, a hint of golden honey, and the warming, complex spice of Ancho Reyes Rojo, all brightened by a whisper of raspberry.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Mezcal
- 1 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz Ancho Reyes Rojo
- 0.25 oz Honey syrup
- 0.25 oz Raspberry syrup
Instructions
- Combine mezcal, fresh lemon juice, Ancho Reyes Rojo, honey syrup, and raspberry syrup in a shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously until well chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
- Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist and a fresh raspberry.
Glassware: Coupe
Garnish: Lemon twist and a fresh raspberry
History
A riff on the classic sour, this drink takes the traditional spirit-citrus-sweetener formula and injects a vibrant, smoky, and spicy character. The Ancho Reyes Rojo acts as a flavorful liqueur, bridging the gap between a sour and a daisy, while the split sweeteners add depth.