A Spicy Strawberry-Basil Mezcalita is a refreshing and vibrant cocktail that combines the flavors of strawberries, basil, mezcal, and a touch of spice.
Strawberries are first muddled to release their sweet juices. Basil, lime juice, honey, and red chili flakes are then added and muddled more to round out the base of this drink. The basil adds a refreshing and aromatic element and the red chili flakes at a touch of spice, complementing the sweetness of the strawberries.
Mezcal, an ancient Mexican spirit made from the agave plant, is the key ingredient that gives the cocktail its smoky and earthy undertones. Mezcal adds complexity to the drink, enhancing its overall flavor profile and giving it a unique twist.
All of these ingredients shaken together with ice combines for a well balanced cocktail with the sweet, fruity essence of strawberries, the aromatic freshness of basil, the smoky complexity of mezcal, and a hint of spiciness from the red chili flakes.
A Spicy Strawberry-Basil Mezcalita captures the essence of summer and delights the taste buds with its unique combination of ingredients.
Spicy Strawberry-Basil Mezcalita
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minutesA vibrant and refreshing cocktail that combines the flavors of ripe strawberries, fresh basil, mezcal, lime juice, agave syrup, and a touch of spice.
Ingredients
2 ounces mezcal
4 ripe strawberries
1/2 ounce honey
3 fresh basil leaves
1 ounce lime juice
1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
salt, tajin, or sugar for rim
Directions
- Rim a rocks glass with salt, tajin, or sugar chili powder by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into the salt, tajin, or sugar. Fill 1/3 of the way with ice.
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle the strawberries until well crushed and their juices are released. Add basil leaves, lime juice, honey, and red chili flakes and continue muddling until well combined.
- Add mezcal and ice to the cocktail shake, and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared rocks glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with either of the following: lime wedge, strawberry slices, basil leaf, dried chipotle pepper