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Agave Spirit Choice: Mezcal

  • Pasíon Campante

    Pasíon Campante

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    This cocktail balances the smokiness of Mezcal Campante with the tartness of lime and the sweetness of agave syrup. The muddled berries add a fresh fruitiness, while the ginger ale brings a light, effervescent kick.

  • Pink Paloma

    Pink Paloma

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    The Pink Paloma delivers a zesty, smoky, and slightly sweet balance of flavors. The mezcal’s smoky depth shines through, while the grapefruit and lime juice bring a bright citrusy punch. The salty, tangy rim enhances every sip.

  • Mezcal en Nogada Cocktail

    Mezcal en Nogada Cocktail

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    To do something traditional for the month of independence, I searched the internet for a cocktail recipe based on the traditional dish chiles en nogada.

  • Spicy Prickly Pear Mezcocktail

    Spicy Prickly Pear Mezcocktail

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    This is a delicious and fresh cocktail with a wonderful texture. The tuna (prickly pear) provides a great flavor of sweetness that blends well with the chile liquor and mezcal.

  • Silencio Michelada

    Silencio Michelada

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    Here is a unique twist on a Mexican favorite, the michelada. The recipe below comes to us from Mezcal El Silencio, a Joven Espadín Mezcal from San Baltazar Guelavila. Our Mezcal Buzz recommendation is to use Clamato for the tomato juice, and Negra Modelo as our choice of beer. Enjoy!