Saladito Cocktail Recipe
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The Saladito is the perfect mezcal cocktail to introduce your friends to the smoky, complex flavors of mezcal. This simple yet flavorful drink combines fresh lime juice, sweet honey syrup, and a hint of spice from cayenne pepper. It's an easy-to-make, refreshing cocktail that's sure to impress!
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ingredients
- 2 ounces mezcal
- 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice
- 3/4 ounce honey syrup (equal parts honey and water, heated until dissolved)
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
Method
Step 1
Make the honey syrup by combining equal parts honey and water in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat until the honey dissolves. Allow to cool.
Step 2
In a cocktail shaker, combine mezcal, lime juice, honey syrup, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Step 3
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until chilled.
Step 4
Strain the mixture into a glass with fresh ice, and garnish with a slice of lime, if desired.
Step 5
Serve immediately and enjoy!