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Mezcal Margarita

A smoky twist on the classic Margarita — mezcal instead of tequila, with lime and agave. The smokiness of mezcal adds depth and complexity. Served with a Tajin-salt rim.

Prep5 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves1 cocktail

Ingredients

  • 2 oz mezcal (or half mezcal, half tequila)
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 oz agave nectar (or simple syrup)
  • Tajin and coarse salt for rim
  • Lime wheel for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1. Mix Tajin and salt on a plate. Rub lime around rim of a margarita glass and dip.
  2. 2. Add mezcal, lime juice, and agave to a shaker with ice.
  3. 3. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
  4. 4. Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
  5. 5. Garnish with a lime wheel.

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