The Don’s Margarita Recipe
Mal Bien Zacate mezcal, lemongrass, lime, and habanero, finished with a Lazzaroni Amaretto float
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Lemongrass
Trim the ends of the lemongrass stalk, then gently bruise it with the back of a knife to release its oils. Cut off a piece that is about 3 inches long to use in the drink.
- 2
Prepare the Habanero
Slice the habanero in half and remove the seeds if you prefer a milder heat. If you like it spicy, you can leave the seeds in.
Mixing the Drink
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine the Mal Bien Zacate mezcal, fresh lime juice, bruised lemongrass, and the halved habanero. Fill the shaker with ice.
- 4
Shake the Mixture
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients well.
- 5
Strain the Cocktail
Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice, allowing the lemongrass and habanero to remain in the shaker.
- 6
Add Amaretto Float
Slowly pour the Lazzaroni Amaretto over the back of a spoon to create a float on top of the cocktail.
Garnishing
- 7
Garnish the Cocktail
Garnish with a lime wedge, a slice of habanero, and a piece of lemongrass for an aromatic finish.
