Smokin' Persimmon Mezcal Margarita

This seasonal cocktail features the unique flavors of persimmon puree, mezcal, fresh lime juice, and thyme simple syrup, creating a delightful and refreshing drink. The mixture is shaken until chilled, then strained over crushed ice and served with a salty, smoky rim.

Smokin' Persimmon Mezcal Margarita

A seasonal mezcal margarita with persimmon puree, lime juice, and thyme simple syrup, served over crushed ice with a smoky, salty rim.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz mezcal
  • 3 oz persimmon puree
  • 2 oz lime juice
  • 0.25 oz thyme simple syrup
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • Ice
  • Crushed ice
  • Rim: Salt, chili powder, lime zest

Instructions

  1. If using smoke: Use a torch to smoke the thyme sprigs until smoking, then set the glass over the top to allow it to fill with smoke.
  2. In a shaker, combine the persimmon puree, mezcal, lime juice, and thyme simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice and shake until the mixture is chilled to the touch.
  3. Rim the glass with the salt, chili powder, and lime zest, then fill it with crushed ice.
  4. Double strain the contents of the shaker into the glass. Use a spoon if needed to push the liquid through the strainer.