As a lover of tropical flavors, with a low tolerance for sweet drinks, and with a strong preference toward Mezcal and Tequila this cocktail is my go to warm weather drink.
If you are looking for a well balanced, lightly smoked drink with vibrant and tropical flavors this is for you!
Ingredients
- 2oz Mezcal
- 1oz Amaro Montenegro
- 2oz Pineapple Juice
- 1/2oz Yuzu Juice
- Dash of Agave Syrup
- Cinnamon
- Ice
This cocktail was tested with Madre Mezcal and Del Maguey Vida Mezcal. They are both great, Vida, in my experience is easier to find. At least where I am located in the SouthEast you can easily find Vida on the shelf of any ABC Store. Madre Mezcal, however I do have to order online from their site – but it’s worth it! If you place an order with Madre Mezcal grab a case of their Desert Water, it’s a great grab and go drink for cookouts, pickle ball, or lounging by the pool. (Not sponsored, I’m just “fangirling”).
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Making the Smoky Tropic
Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker add your Mezcal, Amaro Montenegro, Pineapple Juice (fresh or canned), Yuzu Juice, and Agave Syrup to taste.
Add Ice: Fill the cocktail shaker with ice.
Shake: Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds, ensuring the drink is well combined and chilled.
Strain: Strain the drink into a rocks glass with an ice sphere or large cube.
Garnish: Garnish with a lightly dust the top of the cocktail with cinnamon powder.
Optional: Torch the end of a cinnamon stick to lay across the top of the glass to add additional fragrance and flare.
Serve: Serve immediately!
This is a great evening cocktail served with appetizers, laughs, and late night chats.
Suggested pairings: Grilled Shrimp Skewers, Ceviche, Spicy Guacamole and Chips, Charcuterie with Manchego and Aged Gouda, Pineapple and Jalapeño Salsa, or Grilled Tofu Skewers.
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