"This cocktail captures the essence of summer and invites you to savor the delightful combination of ripe cantaloupe, fragrant basil, and the intriguing allure of mezcal"
Cantaloupe Basil Blaze
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Prep time: 10mins
Serves or Makes: 1
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ingredients
- 2 ounces mezcal
- 2 ounces cantaloupe syrup
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
- 5 leaves of fresh basil
- ice
Method
Step 1
In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh basil leaves and lime juice. Gently muddle the basil to release its aromatic oils.
Step 2
Add mezcal, cantaloupe syrup, and ice to the shaker. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds to thoroughly mix and chill the ingredients.
Step 3
Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass filled no more than halfway with ice.
Step 4
Garnish with a lime wedge and a basil leaf.