Thunderbird Recipe
mezcal, pineapple, ancho chili, passion fruit, lime
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Cocktail Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Begin by preparing your serving glass. Use a rocks glass or a coupe glass for a classic presentation.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of mezcal, 2 oz of pineapple juice, 0.5 tsp of ancho chili powder, 1 oz of passion fruit puree, 0.75 oz of fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the shaker with 1 cup of ice. This will chill and dilute the mixture as you shake.
- 4
Shake the Mixture
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds. This ensures all ingredients are well combined and chilled.
- 5
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass. If you prefer a smoother cocktail, use a fine mesh strainer to catch any pulp.
- 6
Garnish
Garnish the cocktail with a slice of lime wheel and sprinkle a little ancho chili powder on top for an extra kick.
- 7
Enjoy
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Thunderbird cocktail!