Día de los Muertos Fizz

Smoky mezcal and tequila are mixed with zesty lime and homemade pomegranate syrup in this salt-rimmed toast to Día de los Muertos. The flavors blend harmoniously, offering a vibrant and refreshing cocktail that symbolizes the celebration of life and honors the departed. The smoked salt rim adds a touch of complexity, while the pomegranate syrup creates a beautiful ombre effect, making it a visual and flavorful delight for any occasion.

Día de los Muertos Fizz

A vibrant and refreshing cocktail featuring smoky mezcal, tequila, lime, and homemade pomegranate syrup with a smoked salt rim, perfect for celebrating Día de los Muertos.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp coarse smoked salt
  • 1 tbsp coarse white decorator sugar
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Ice
  • 1 fl oz tequila
  • 0.75 fl oz lime juice
  • 0.50 fl oz mezcal
  • 2 fl oz club soda
  • 1 tbsp pomegranate simple syrup

Instructions

  1. Combine smoked salt and decorator sugar on a small plate.
  2. Rub the rim of a Collins glass with a wedge of lime, then dip the rim into the salt-sugar mixture. Fill the glass with ice.
  3. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add tequila, lime juice, and mezcal.
  4. Cover the shaker and shake well until very cold.
  5. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass and add club soda.
  6. Slowly drizzle the pomegranate simple syrup into the glass; the syrup will settle at the bottom, creating a visually appealing color variation.