Description
Smooth Mexican mixology magic unfolds in this pineapple mezcal sour, blending smoky spirits with tropical sweetness. Cocktail enthusiasts will discover a perfectly balanced libation that transports palates to sun-drenched Mexican landscapes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ounces (56 grams) mezcal
- 1 ½ ounces (42 grams) fresh pineapple juice
- ¾ ounce (21 grams) fresh lime juice
Sweetener and Binding Ingredient:
- ½ ounce (14 grams) simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water ratio)
- 1 egg white (optional, for froth)
Garnish and Serving:
- Ice
- 1 pineapple wedge or slice
- 1 lime wheel
- 1 pinch of chili powder or Tajin (optional)
Instructions
- Combine mezcal, pineapple juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and egg white in a cocktail shaker without ice, performing a vigorous dry shake to emulsify and create a silky, frothy texture.
- Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake powerfully for 10-15 seconds to thoroughly chill and further integrate the cocktail’s components.
- Position a fine-mesh strainer over a chilled coupe glass and strain the cocktail to ensure a smooth, velvety consistency without ice chips.
- If desired, add fresh ice to the glass for a more refreshing presentation.
- Artfully place a triangular pineapple wedge on the glass rim, accompany with a delicate lime wheel, and delicately dust the surface with chili powder or Tajin seasoning to provide a zesty, spicy counterpoint to the drink’s smoky and tropical profile.
Notes
- Enhance frothiness by using fresh egg whites at room temperature for a silkier, more stable foam.
- Skip egg whites for a vegan version; use aquafaba (chickpea liquid) as a plant-based protein substitute that creates similar texture.
- Balance smoky mezcal with sweet pineapple by adjusting simple syrup levels to suit personal taste preferences, starting with less and adding gradually.
- Elevate spice garnish by experimenting with different chili blends like smoked paprika or cayenne for unique flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg