Illegal Mezcal
A tropical, smoky party cocktail — mezcal shaken with pineapple juice, lime, and agave for an irresistibly easy-drinking mezcal introduction. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Mezcal
- 2 oz Fresh pineapple juice
- 0.8 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz Agave syrup
- pineapple wedge (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Serve with ceviche, grilled fish tacos, or fresh shrimp ceviche—the tropical pineapple and bright citrus echo coastal seafood preparations while the smoke adds depth.
Instructions
1
Add mezcal, pineapple juice, lime juice, and agave syrup to a shaker with ice
2
Shake vigorously for 12 seconds
3
Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice
4
Garnish with a small pineapple wedge
Tips
Named after the Illegal Mezcal brand but works with any joven mezcal Pineapple and mezcal is one of the great spirit-fruit pairings — the sweetness tames the smoke This is an excellent cocktail for converting mezcal skeptics