Mezcal Sour
The Quirky Foodster Team
Rocks glass
Glass
Orange slice and cocktail cherry
Garnish
Ingredients
- Mezcal — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Fresh lemon juice — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Agave nectar — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
- Egg white (optional) — 1
Method
- If using egg white, dry-shake all ingredients first.
- Add ice and shake hard until well chilled.
- Strain over fresh ice.
- Garnish with an orange slice and cherry.
Description: The mezcal member of the sour family, letting smoky mezcal lead against bright citrus and agave sweetness.
Cultural Background: A natural extension of the classic sour format as mezcal's popularity spread through craft cocktail bars in the 2010s.
Tips: Agave nectar complements mezcal's flavor more naturally than plain sugar syrup.
Variations: A dash of chili bitters adds a spicy edge that pairs well with the smoke.
Serving Suggestion: Serve over ice as a simple, well-balanced smoky sour.
Nutrition: Approx. 170 kcal per serving
FAQs:
Q: Does egg white work well with mezcal?
A: Yes — the foam softens mezcal's smoky intensity, making for a rounder, silkier drink.
- Mezcal — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Fresh lemon juice — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Agave nectar — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
- Egg white (optional) — 1
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