A split-base cocktail made with equal parts mezcal and Cointreau results in bright, smoky sipper that is as refreshing as it is unusual.
Course
Drinks
Cuisine
Mexican
Keyword
Citrus Garland Cocktail, Cointreau, Let's Get Blitzen, Mezcal
Prep Time5minutes
Total Time5minutes
Servings1
AuthorYvonne Langen
Ingredients
1ozCointreau
1ozmezcal
¾ozgrapefruit juice
1/3ozhoney rosemary ginger syrup
2dashes fig & cinnamon bitters
Garnish: grapefruit twist
Honey Rosemary Ginger Syrup
1cuphoney
1cupwater
4” fresh gingerpeeled and sliced
½cupfresh rosemary sprigs
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled.
Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Garnish with a grapefruit twist.
Honey Rosemary Ginger Syrup
Combine honey, water, ginger, and rosemary sprigs in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring often, for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit at room temperature until completely cool.
Remove rosemary sprigs and ginger, store syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three weeks.