Mystical Mezcal Midori

This Mystical Mezcal Midori cocktail recipe is a mesmerizing blend that perfectly highlights the beauty of Midori. The smoky and earthy notes of mezcal are balanced with the sweet and melon-flavored Midori, while the bright acidity of fresh lime juice adds a refreshing twist. The hint of spice from Velvet Falernum and a touch of salt create a nuanced and well-rounded flavor profile that will captivate your senses.

Mystical Mezcal Midori

A mesmerizing cocktail that balances the smoky notes of mezcal with the sweet and melon-flavored Midori, bright lime juice, and a hint of spice.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces mezcal
  • 3/4 ounce Midori
  • 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 ounce Velvet Falernum
  • A pinch of kosher salt, plus more for rimming the glass
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Rim a rocks glass with salt.
  2. Fill the glass with ice.
  3. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine mezcal, Midori, fresh lime juice, Velvet Falernum, and a pinch of kosher salt.
  4. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled.
  5. Strain the cocktail into the prepared rocks glass.
  6. Garnish with a lime wheel and serve immediately.