Devil's Dew
Ignite your taste buds with "Devil's Dew," a bold and fiery cocktail that combines smoky mezcal, zesty lime juice, and a spicy kick from jalapeño simple syrup. This elevated drink is perfectly balanced with the refreshing fizz of ginger beer, creating a lively flavor profile that’s both complex and invigorating. Customize it with a smoked paprika and kosher salt rim for an added hint of smoky depth, and garnish with a jalapeño slice and lime wheel for a striking presentation. Ideal for adventurous cocktail enthusiasts, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, making it the ultimate choice for your next happy hour or dinner party.
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Ingredients
- 2 oz Mezcal
- 1 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.5 oz Jalapeño simple syrup
- 2 oz Ginger beer
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 slice Jalapeño slice (for garnish)
- 1 piece Lime wheel (for garnish)
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika (optional for rim)
- 0.5 tsp Kosher salt (optional for rim)
Directions
Step 1
Optional: Begin by rimming your cocktail glass with a mixture of smoked paprika and kosher salt. To do this, rub the edge of the glass with a lime wedge and dip it into the paprika-salt mixture.
Step 2
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Step 3
Add 2 oz of mezcal, 1 oz of freshly squeezed lime juice, and 0.5 oz of jalapeño simple syrup to the shaker.
Step 4
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
Step 5
Strain the mixture into your prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
Step 6
Top with 2 oz of ginger beer and give it a gentle stir to combine.
Step 7
Garnish with a slice of jalapeño and a lime wheel for a pop of color and extra kick.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (409.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 189.3 |
| Total Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1107.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 15.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.0g | |
| Protein 0.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 12.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 61.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories