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Mezcal Margarita

A margarita built on mezcal for a smoky agave-lime profile.

Base spirit
Mezcal
Style
Sour
Glassware
Rocks glass
Technique
Shake

The Mezcal Margarita keeps lime and orange liqueur but replaces tequila with mezcal. Smoke and earth sit under citrus, making the drink drier and more savory than a standard margarita. Served on the rocks, it is the clearest entry point from tequila to mezcal.

Mezcal Margarita in a rocks glass over ice, pale, lime wheel, optional salt rim.

Ingredients

Servings

Did you know?

“Mezcal margaritas became a standard craft-bar agave call as mezcal distribution widened in the 2010s.”

Source:Modern agave cocktail practice

Bartender's Note

Espadín mezcal keeps it approachable. Half salt rim only—smoke already adds intensity.

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How to make the Mezcal Margarita

  1. 1Optional salt half-rim
  2. 2Shake mezcal, lime, and Cointreau with ice
  3. 3Strain over fresh ice
  4. 4Garnish with lime

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