Floral Mezcal Strawberry Smash

'Tis the season for the sweetest, most flavorful strawberries, and what better way to enjoy them than in a cocktail? This delightful concoction combines the smoky allure of mezcal with the floral notes of Italicus liqueur, complemented by the bright tang of lime juice and the subtle bitterness of Silvestre honey. The result is a luscious, floral, and slightly smoky celebration of strawberries, with a touch of refreshing mint to elevate the experience.

Floral Mezcal Strawberry Smash

A delightful cocktail featuring mezcal, Italicus liqueur, fresh strawberries, and a touch of floral and slightly bitter Silvestre honey, perfectly balanced with lime juice and mint.

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Prep Time 3 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 18 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces mezcal
  • 1/2 ounce Italicus bergamot liqueur
  • 3/4 ounce lime juice
  • Handful of strawberries
  • Handful of fresh mint
  • 1/2 ounce honey syrup (2:1 ratio of honey to water)
  • 2-3 drops saline
  • 1 dash orange bitters

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, muddle the strawberries and fresh mint.
  2. Add mezcal, Italicus liqueur, lime juice, honey syrup, saline, and orange bitters to the mixing glass.
  3. Fill the mixing glass with ice and shake well.
  4. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice.
  5. Garnish with a strawberry and mint sprig, if desired.
  6. Enjoy this luscious floral and slightly smoky celebration of strawberries!