Mezcal Margarita
A mezcal margarita that keeps the smoke in check. Made with Cointreau, fresh lime juice, and agave, this version stays controlled and easy to drink without letting the mezcal take over.
Servings 1 drink
Calories 200kcal
Equipment
- rocks glass For serving and making the drink.
- long cocktail spoon For stirring.
- jigger For accurate measurements.
Ingredients
- lime wedge
- sea salt for salt rim (optional)
- ice
- 2 oz (60 ml) mezcal (joven)
- 1 oz (30 ml) Cointreau
- 1 oz (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ - 1 tsp (2.5 -5 ml) agave nectar to taste
- lime wheels for garnish
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass and dip lightly in sea salt, if using.lime wedge, sea salt
- Fill the glass with ice.ice
- Add the mezcal, Cointreau, fresh lime juice, and agave.2 oz (60 ml) mezcal (joven), 1 oz (30 ml) Cointreau, 1 oz (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice, ½ - 1 tsp (2.5 -5 ml) agave nectar
- Stir until chilled and combined without over-diluting.
- Taste and adjust the agave or lime if needed.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and serve immediately.lime wheels for garnish
Notes
- Use a joven (young) mezcal for a more refreshing result. Aged mezcals can take over the drink quickly.
- If the smoke feels too strong, reduce the mezcal slightly or combine it with a small amount of silver tequila.
- Stirring keeps the drink cold while maintaining the intended flavor. Shaking introduces more dilution.
- For batching, combine the ingredients without ice and refrigerate. Stir before serving and pour over fresh ice.
Nutrition
Serving: 180g | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 90mg | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.2mg