Mezcal Collins
A tall, refreshing smoky highball — mezcal shaken with lemon and agave, topped with soda water for a light, effervescent sipper with a smoky twist. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Mezcal
- 1 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.8 oz Agave syrup
- 3 oz Club soda
- lemon wheel (garnish) garnish
- orange slice (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with carnitas or street-style grilled vegetables with lime; the effervescent, smoky profile cuts through rich pork while brightening charred vegetable dishes.
Instructions
Add mezcal, lemon juice, and agave syrup to a shaker with ice
Shake for 10 to 12 seconds
Strain into a collins glass filled with fresh ice
Top with club soda
Stir gently once to combine
Garnish with a lemon wheel and orange slice
Tips
Agave syrup is the natural sweetener choice for mezcal — it complements the agave base spirit Add the soda last and stir minimally to preserve the carbonation A great warm weather drink for mezcal lovers who want something lighter