Jul 14 2026
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Dirty Money Recipe

Inspired by Vertical Detroit
Time10m
Serves1

Mezcal / Coca Liquor / Cucumber / Lemon / Demerara / Chili Pepper

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and set aside. Squeeze fresh lemon juice and measure out all ingredients.

  2. 2

    Mix the Cocktail

    In a shaker, combine the mezcal, coca liquor, lemon juice, and demerara sugar. Add cucumber slices and a pinch of chili pepper.

  3. 3

    Shake Well

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

  4. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass or over fresh ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with an additional cucumber slice and a sprinkle of chili pepper.

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