Smoky · Citrusy · Refreshing

Mezcal Swizzle

A smoky, citrusy, and refreshing mezcal cocktail, served over crushed ice and presented in a collins glass.

Main alcohol
Mezcal
Estimated strength
Moderate
Technique
Built in the glass
Serving style
Crushed ice
Glass
Collins Glass
Garnish
mint sprig and lime wheel
Carbonation
Still

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Mezcal
  • 0.75 oz Lime Juice
  • 0.5 oz Falernum
  • 2 drops Angostura Bitters
  • 6 pieces Mint
  • 1 piece Lime Wheel
  • 1 cup Crushed Ice

Instructions

  1. Pack a collins glass with crushed ice.
  2. Add mezcal, lime juice, falernum, bitters, and mint.
  3. Swizzle vigorously with a bar spoon until the glass frosts.
  4. Top with more crushed ice. Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wheel.