Desert Sage
An herbaceous, sophisticated mezcal cocktail featuring fresh sage that evokes the arid landscapes where agave grows. Grapefruit and agave syrup create a balanced sweetness while sage adds an earthy aromatic quality. A bartender's cocktail that's gone mainstream. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Mezcal
- 1 oz Fresh grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz Agave syrup
- 3 leaves Fresh sage
- torched sage leaf (garnish) garnish
- grapefruit twist (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with roasted vegetables, herb-crusted lamb, or grilled halibut with sage brown butter that echoes the cocktail's herbaceous profile. Mexican dishes featuring epazote, cilantro, or fresh herbs also complement this sophisticated mezcal drink.
Instructions
Gently muddle sage leaves in a shaker
Add mezcal, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and agave syrup
Fill with ice and shake vigorously
Double-strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube
Torch a fresh sage leaf and place on top for aromatic smoke
Add a grapefruit twist
Tips
Torching the sage leaf is optional but creates an incredible aromatic presentation Ruby Red grapefruit adds both sweetness and stunning pink color A pinch of smoked salt on the ice cube adds another layer of smokiness