Toxic Spikes
Inspired by the Poison-type move, this Daisy cocktail is a sharp, vibrant concoction. Blanco tequila provides a clean, potent base, while the Green Chartreuse adds an herbal complexity and a subtle, 'toxic' green hue that hints at its formidable nature. Prepare for a jolt, trainer!
Ingredients
- 2 oz Blanco Tequila
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.75 oz Green Chartreuse
- 0.25 oz Agave Nectar
Instructions
- Rim half of a chilled coupe or rocks glass with black salt.
- Combine blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, Green Chartreuse, and agave nectar in a shaker.
- Fill with ice and shake vigorously until well chilled.
- Double strain into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel.
Glassware: Coupe Glass
Garnish: Lime wheel, black salt rim
History
This Daisy riff takes the classic structure of spirit, citrus, and liqueur, and imbues it with an intense herbal character through the use of Green Chartreuse. It's a bold choice that creates a drink both refreshing and mysteriously complex, much like a well-placed Toxic Spikes attack.