Smoky Pepper Margarita

This smoky, sweet-and-savory cocktail combines the heat of chipotle pepper with the freshness of lime and ginger, all balanced by the earthy notes of mezcal. The addition of beef jerky garnish adds a unique twist to this bold and flavorful drink.

Smoky Pepper Margarita

A smoky and savory cocktail with mezcal, chipotle pepper, and ginger, balanced by the freshness of lime.

4.58 from 99 votes
Prep Time 3 mins
Total Time 3 mins

Ingredients

  • 3 slices of bell pepper
  • 3 lime wedges
  • 1/2 teaspoon of chipotle pepper puree
  • 1/2 oz lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz ginger syrup
  • 3/4 oz agave nectar
  • 2 oz mezcal
  • Garnish: beef jerky piece

Instructions

  1. In a shaker, muddle the bell pepper slices and lime wedges.
  2. Add the lemon juice, ginger syrup, chipotle pepper puree, agave nectar, and mezcal to the shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice.
  4. Shake the ingredients well.
  5. Pour the mixture (unstrained) into a double Old Fashioned glass.
  6. Garnish with a piece of beef jerky.