Jul 14 2026
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Chrysalis Recipe

Inspired by Ouzo Bay
Time25m
Serves1

los siete misterios mezcal, cardamaro, saffron, sauternes, honey, cardamon

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Ingredients

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Base Spirits

Flavor Enhancers

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Infuse the Saffron

    In a small bowl, steep 0.1 grams of saffron in 1 oz of warm water for about 10 minutes to extract the color and flavor.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Honey Mixture

    In a separate small bowl, mix 0.5 oz of honey with the saffron infusion until well combined. This will be your saffron honey syrup.

Mixing the Cocktail

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of Los Siete Misterios Mezcal, 1 oz of Cardamaro, 0.5 oz of Sauternes, 1 tsp of ground cardamom, and the saffron honey syrup.

  2. 4

    Shake Well

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  3. 5

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.

Garnishing

  1. 6

    Add Final Touches

    Garnish the cocktail with a few strands of saffron on top for an aromatic finish.

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