Smokin' Grapefruit Mule

This mezcal-based cocktail, with a twist of grapefruit, is a refreshing and slightly smoky drink. The combination of mezcal, fresh grapefruit juice, and grapefruit soda creates a vibrant and zesty flavor profile with a hint of earthiness. The rim of the glass is coated with a mix of fine sea salt and ground chile de árbol, adding a spicy kick that complements the citrus notes of the drink.

Smokin' Grapefruit Mule

A refreshing and slightly smoky mezcal-based cocktail with fresh grapefruit juice, grapefruit soda, and a spicy salt rim.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground chile de árbol
  • Small grapefruit wedge (for glass)
  • 2 ounces mezcal or silver tequila
  • 1 ounce fresh grapefruit juice
  • 6 ounces grapefruit soda
  • Grapefruit twist (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Mix fine sea salt and ground chile de árbol in a small bowl, then spread out on a small plate.
  2. Rub the rim of a highball glass with a grapefruit wedge, then dip it into the salt mixture, ensuring an even coating on the rim.
  3. Fill the glass with ice.
  4. Pour in the mezcal followed by the fresh grapefruit juice.
  5. Top with grapefruit soda.
  6. Garnish with a grapefruit twist.