Verde Mezcal Margarita
A smoky, savory Daisy that leans into the 'verde' theme with fresh cucumber and a hint of cilantro brightness.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Mezcal
- 0.75 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.75 oz Agave nectar
- 3 slices Cucumber
- 4-5 Cilantro leaves
Instructions
- In the bottom of a shaker, muddle the cucumber slices and cilantro gently to release their juices and oils.
- Add the mezcal, lime juice, and agave nectar.
- Add ice and shake until well-chilled (about 12 seconds).
- Double-strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a rocks glass over fresh ice to catch the green bits.
- Garnish with a thin cucumber ribbon.
Glassware: Rocks Glass
Garnish: Cucumber ribbon and a pinch of tajín or salt on the rim
History
Based on the Margarita (Daisy family) spec from the Cocktail Codex, this version uses mezcal's earthiness to complement the 'green' vegetal notes of the cucumber.