Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLittle Nonna'sMidnight Smoke Recipe

Midnight Smoke Recipe

Inspired by Little Nonna's
Time10m
Serves1

mezcal, cynar amaro, grapefruit, simple syrup, lime

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Ingredients

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DRINKS

Method

DRINKS

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients needed for the Midnight Smoke cocktail. Make sure the mezcal, cynar amaro, grapefruit juice, simple syrup, and lime juice are fresh and ready to use.

  2. 2

    Mix the Cocktail

    In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of mezcal, 1 oz of cynar amaro, 1 oz of fresh grapefruit juice, 0.5 oz of simple syrup, and 0.5 oz of fresh lime juice.

  3. 3

    Add Ice

    Fill the shaker with 1 cup of ice. Ensure that the ice is clean and fresh for the best flavor.

  4. 4

    Shake the Cocktail

    Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.

  5. 5

    Strain into Glass

    Strain the cocktail mixture into a chilled cocktail glass, ensuring that no ice shards make their way into the drink.

  6. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish the drink with a slice of grapefruit on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately and enjoy the Midnight Smoke cocktail.

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