Mezcal is a distilled Mexican liqueur made from maguey (a type of agave). It packs a smooth smoky flavour and has as much punch as it’s cousin the famous tequila. We suggest you try mezcal by itself before venturing into getting a whole bottle as it is quite unique! This recipe is the perfect sipper to chill on a hot afternoon or eat along side our Chicken Chile Verde while watching your favourite soap opera!

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ oz Fidencio or Siete Misterios mezcal
• ½ oz tequila reposado
• ½ teaspoon agave syrup
• 1 dash angostura bitters
• 1 slice (lengthwise) jalapeno pepper
• Large orange twist to garnish

Method:

1. In a glass full of ice stir all ingredients for about 1 minute.
2. Strain in a glass with a large ice cube
3. Squeeze the orange twist over the cocktail to release the oils into the drink. If you want it extra spicy, leave the jalapeno slice in the drink, if not , remove before serving. Makes 1

Enjoy and don’t forget to check out the other cocktails in our summer sippers series: the refreashing Cucumber Margarita and the perfectly balanced Watermelon Grapefruit Mojitos.