Beats On Beets Recipe
Mezcal, Gin, Roasted Sweet Potato, Spiced Pear, Lime, Ginger Bitters, Mint
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Roasted Sweet Potato Puree
Spiced Pear Garnish
Method
Preparing the Roasted Sweet Potato Puree
- 1
Roast the Sweet Potato
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cut the sweet potato into cubes, then toss with olive oil and salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender.
- 2
Make the Puree
Once the sweet potato is roasted and cooled slightly, blend it in a food processor until smooth. Set aside.
Preparing the Spiced Pear
- 3
Cook the Pear
Peel and slice the pear. In a small saucepan, combine the pear slices with cinnamon, nutmeg, and honey. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Mixing the Cocktail
- 4
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine mezcal, gin, fresh lime juice, and ginger bitters with ice. Shake well until chilled.
- 5
Serve
Strain the cocktail into a glass over ice. Add a dollop of roasted sweet potato puree on top and garnish with the spiced pear slices and fresh mint leaves.
