Smoky Spice Mezcal Crush

A tantalizing mezcal cocktail with a smoky, spicy kick and a hint of tropical sweetness, the Smoky Spice Mezcal Crush is a perfect balance of bold and refreshing flavors. Combining joven mezcal, homemade honey-pineapple syrup, pineapple and lime juices, and Hella Bitters smoked chile cocktail bitters, this cocktail offers a unique and flavorful experience. The pink peppercorn garnish adds a fragrant and visually appealing touch to this fiery concoction.

Smoky Spice Mezcal Crush

A mezcal cocktail with a smoky, spicy kick and a hint of tropical sweetness, the Smoky Spice Mezcal Crush is bold and refreshing.

4.22 from 98 votes
Prep Time 3 mins
Total Time 3 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 ounces joven mezcal
  • 1 ounce honey-pineapple syrup
  • 3/4 ounce pineapple juice
  • 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 5 dashes Hella Bitters smoked chile cocktail bitters
  • Garnish: ground pink peppercorn

Instructions

  1. In a shaker with ice, combine the joven mezcal, honey-pineapple syrup, pineapple juice, lime juice, and bitters.
  2. Shake the mixture until well-chilled.
  3. Double-strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a grind of pink peppercorn.