Blood Meridian

Description: The Blood Meridian is a bold and adventurous cocktail that unites the robust flavors of bourbon and tequila, balanced by a touch of smoke and sweetness. It's a daring drink for those unafraid to explore new frontiers. Ingredients: - 1 oz bourbon - 1 oz reposado tequila - 0.5 oz mezcal (for a smoky touch) - 0.75 oz fresh lime juice - 0.5 oz agave syrup - 2 dashes Angostura bitters - Garnish: Lime wheel and smoked sea salt rim Glass: Old Fashioned glass Instructions: 1. Rim an Old Fashioned glass with smoked sea salt and fill it with ice. 2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, reposado tequila, mezcal, fresh lime juice, agave syrup, and Angostura bitters. 3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. 4. Strain the mixture into the prepared Old Fashioned glass over fresh ice. 5. Garnish with a lime wheel. 6. Serve immediately and enjoy the rugged harmony of flavors. This cocktail is best enjoyed slowly, letting the complex flavors unfold with each sip.