LEMON MEZCAL MARGARITA

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Say hello to summer's new go-to drink. Instead of the traditional lime juice used in a margarita, we went with lemon juice to soften the smokiness of the mezcal. It's light and refreshing enough for a pool party but has a little edge thanks to its salt and pepper rim.

Provided by Riley Wofford

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Makes 2 drinks

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ounces fresh lemon juice, plus wedges for serving
6 ounces mezcal
4 ounces orange liqueur, such as Cointreau
Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Ice

Steps:

  • Mix equal parts salt and pepper on a plate. Run a wedge of lemon around the rim of two rocks glasses; dip into salt and pepper mixture. Place mezcal, triple sec, and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker filled halfway with ice; shake until outside is cold and frosty, about 30 seconds. Strain over ice into prepared glasses; serve immediately with lemon wedges.

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