Del Maguey Vida Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Method
Cocktail
- 1
Prepare glass
If you like a salted rim, rub a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass and dip the rim into coarse or smoked salt to lightly coat. Fill the glass with fresh ice (about 1 cup) and set aside.
- 2
Combine ingredients
Add 2 oz Del Maguey Vida mezcal, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 0.75 oz agave syrup, 0.5 oz orange liqueur, and 2 dashes Angostura bitters into a cocktail shaker.
- 3
Add zesty aromatics
Grate about 1/4 tsp fresh orange zest directly into the shaker to add a bright citrus aroma that complements the mezcal's smokiness.
- 4
Shake
Add 6 ice cubes to the shaker, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the shaker is chilled and slightly frosted. This chills and dilutes the drink to balance flavors.
- 5
Strain and serve
Double strain (or fine-strain if you prefer) the cocktail into the prepared rocks glass over the fresh ice.
- 6
Garnish
Express an additional small twist of orange peel over the top to release oils (optional), then drop in a lime wheel on the rim or into the drink. Serve immediately.
- 7
Notes
Adjust agave syrup to taste if you prefer a sweeter or drier cocktail. Swap the orange liqueur for a slightly smokier or herbal liqueur if desired. Use Del Maguey Vida at room temperature for best aroma.