Description
Mystic mixology meets Mediterranean charm in this Smoke on the Water cocktail, blending smoky mezcal with herbal complexity. Mediterranean elegance dances through each sip, inviting you to savor an unforgettable libation that whispers tales of distant shores.
Ingredients
Scale
Cocktail Base:
- 35 milliliters (1.2 fluid ounces) mezcal
- 15 milliliters (0.5 fluid ounces) tequila blanco
Citrus and Sweet:
- 20 milliliters (0.7 fluid ounces) fresh lime juice
- 20 milliliters (0.7 fluid ounces) watermelon syrup
Garnish and Rim:
- Smoked salt rim (optional)
Instructions
- Artfully coat the rim of a chilled glass with zesty lime nectar, then delicately dredge in smoky crystalline salt for a tantalizing sensory experience.
- Pour mezcal, tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, and luscious watermelon essence into a robust cocktail shaker, creating a vibrant liquid foundation.
- Generously cascade crisp ice cubes into the shaker, sealing it tightly to prevent any liquid escape.
- Execute a vigorous, rhythmic shake lasting 10-15 seconds, allowing the ingredients to harmonize and chill simultaneously.
- Precisely strain the luminous crimson elixir into the prepared glass, nestled with pristine ice fragments.
- Crown the cocktail with an elegant watermelon slice or a whimsically perched lime wheel, transforming the drink into a visual masterpiece that beckons immediate enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize the salt rim by mixing smoked salt with chili powder for an extra kick of heat and complexity.
- Elevate the cocktail’s smoky profile by selecting a high-quality mezcal with robust, earthy undertones that complement the watermelon syrup.
- Prep watermelon syrup in advance by blending fresh watermelon and straining to create a pure, concentrated sweet base that intensifies the drink’s fruity essence.
- Experiment with different ice types like clear large cubes or crushed ice to modify the cocktail’s dilution and temperature, affecting its overall drinking experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktails, Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg