cocktail Modern Classic
Smoky Margarita
Served in an old-fashioned glass
Ingredients
- 45 ml Mezcal
- 15 ml Tequila blanco
- 30 ml Lime juice
- 15 ml Agave syrup
Preparation
Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a smoked salt-rimmed rocks glass over ice.
Garnish
Lime wheel, smoked salt rim
Origin story
The Smoky Margarita emerged in the early 2000s as a modern twist on the classic Margarita, incorporating mezcal for its distinctive smoky flavor. This innovation reflects a growing appreciation for mezcal in cocktail culture, particularly in regions where both tequila and mezcal are produced.