Classic · Mexican · Medium-Strong
Mezcal Margarita
In the owner’s words: Bright · Citrusy
- Base
- Mezcal
- Glass
- Lowball
- Method
- Shaken
- Effort
- Beginner · 5 min
- ABV
- 22%
Build
- Mezcalor Tequila (for less smoky flavor)
- Orange Curacaoor Cointreau / Triple Sec
- Lime JuiceFreshly squeezed
- Agave Syrupor Simple syrup / Honey syrup
- Saltor Tajin / Sal de gusano · For rimming the glass · garnish
- LimeCut into a wheel · optional · garnish
You’ll need: Cocktail shaker, Strainer, Jigger
Method — Shaken
- Rim a lowball glass with salt by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping in salt
- Fill the glass with ice cubes
- Add all liquid ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled
- Strain into the prepared glass
- Garnish with a lime wheel (optional)
The story
A smoky variation of the classic Margarita, substituting mezcal for tequila to add complexity and depth.
Variations
Can be served up in a coupe glass without ice. Some versions add a splash of chili liqueur for heat.
Host tips
Use a high-quality mezcal that's not too smoky for beginners. The salt rim can be made with half salt, half Tajin for added flavor.
