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The Mezcalum Negroni: A Smoky Twist on a Timeless Classic

The Mezcalum Negroni: A Smoky Twist on a Timeless Classic
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Ingredients:

  • 1 oz Mezcalum
  • 1 oz Campari
  • 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
  • Garnish: Orange Peel

Instructions:

  1. Add Mezcalum, Campari, and sweet vermouth into a mixing glass with ice.
  2. Stir until well-chilled (you want it nice and frosty!).
  3. Strain the concoction into a rocks glass over one large ice cube.
  4. Express the vibrant oils from an orange peel over the drink by gently twisting it.
  5. Garnish with the orange peel and serve. Cheers!
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Mezcalum Cucumber Jalapeño Cooler: A Spicy Mezcal Recipe

Mezcalum Cucumber Jalapeño Cooler: A Spicy Mezcal Recipe
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Ingredients: 

  • 2 oz Mezcalum (Espadin or Cuishe)
  • 1 oz Cucumber Jalapeño Syrup (recipe below)
  • 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
  • Cucumber slices, for garnish
  • Jalapeño slices, for garnish
  • Mezcalum for a smoky, authentic Mezcal experience.

For the Cucumber Jalapeño Syrup:

  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 Cucumber, peeled and roughly chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño, sliced (remove seeds for less heat)

Instructions:

  1. Syrup It Up: Combine water and sugar in a saucepan. Heat until the sugar dissolves. Add cucumber and jalapeño. Simmer for 15 minutes. Let it cool, then strain.
  2. Cool It Down: In a shaker, combine Mezcalum, cucumber jalapeño syrup, and lime juice with ice.
  3. Shake It! Shake well until chilled.
  4. Pour & Garnish: Strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with cucumber and jalapeño slices.
  5. Sip & Celebrate: Enjoy the refreshing and spicy symphony of flavors!
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Fiery Mezcal Pineapple Smash Recipe

Fiery Mezcal Pineapple Smash Recipe
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Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Mezcalum (Espadin or Cuishe, whichever tickles your fancy!)
  • 4-5 chunks of fresh pineapple (about 1 inch each)
  • 1/4 inch slice of fresh habanero pepper (remove seeds for less heat, but where's the fun in that?)
  • 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 - 1/2 oz agave nectar (adjust to your preferred sweetness)
  • A few sprigs of fresh mint
  • Ice
  • Pineapple wedge and/or a thin slice of habanero for garnish (optional)

Let's Get Smashing! The Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Muddle Time! In a sturdy cocktail shaker, gently muddle the pineapple chunks and the habanero slice. You want to release their juices and oils, but don't pulverize them. A few firm presses should do the trick.
  2. Minty Freshness: Add the mint sprigs to the shaker. Gently muddle them as well – just enough to release their aroma. Be careful not to over-muddle, as this can make the mint taste bitter.
  3. Liquid Gold: Pour in the Mezcalum, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar into the shaker.
  4. Ice, Ice Baby: Fill the shaker with ice.
  5. Shake It Up! Close the lid tightly and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds, until the shaker is well-chilled.
  6. Double Strain (Optional but Recommended): Double strain the mixture into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice. A double strain will help remove any small bits of pineapple or habanero for a smoother sip.
  7. Garnish & Enjoy! Garnish with a fresh pineapple wedge and/or a thin slice of habanero, if desired. Take a sip and prepare for a flavor explosion!
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Spicy Mezcal Mule Recipe

Spicy Mezcal Mule Recipe
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Ingredients

  • 2 oz Mezcalum Espadin or Cuishe
  • ½ oz fresh lime juice
  • ½ oz chili syrup (homemade or store-bought)
  • 4 oz cold ginger beer
  • Ice
  • Lime wheel and chili salt (for garnish)
  • Optional: fresh jalapeño slice for added kick

Instructions

  1. Fill a copper mule mug or a rocks glass with ice.
  2. Add Mezcalum, lime juice, and chili syrup.
  3. Stir gently to mix.
  4. Top with ginger beer.
  5. Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprinkle of chili salt or a jalapeño slice.
  6. Sip and savor responsibly.
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Mezcal Gimlet Recipe

Mezcal Gimlet Recipe
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Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Mezcalum Espadin or Cuishe Mezcal
  • 0.75 oz fresh lime juice (about half a lime)
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup (1:1 ratio sugar to water)
  • Optional: Lime wheel or twist for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Add Mezcalum, lime juice, and simple syrup into a shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake until well chilled—about 15 seconds of solid rhythm.
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
  4. Garnish with a lime twist or wheel, if you’re feeling extra.
  5. Sip and savor that bold balance of smoky, tart, and just sweet enough.
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Smoky Serrano Mezcal Margarita

Smoky Serrano Mezcal Margarita
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Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Mezcalum Espadin or Cuishe Mezcal
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • ¾ oz agave syrup
  • 2-3 thin slices of serrano pepper (adjust to your spice preference)
  • Lime wedge and serrano slice for garnish
  • Salt or chili-lime salt for rim (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Rim (Optional): If desired, rim your margarita glass with salt or chili-lime salt. Run a lime wedge around the rim and dip it into the salt.
  2. Muddle the Serrano: In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle the serrano pepper slices with the agave syrup.
  3. Add the Liquids: Pour in the Mezcalum Espadin or Cuishe Mezcal and fresh lime juice.
  4. Add Ice: Fill the shaker with ice.
  5. Shake Vigorously: Shake well for 15-20 seconds until the shaker is well chilled.
  6. Strain and Serve: Strain the margarita into your prepared glass filled with ice.
  7. Garnish: Garnish with a lime wedge and a thin slice of serrano pepper.