Scorched Citrus Zing

Name: Scorched Citrus Zing
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2.5 ounces aged rye gin; 1 ounce mezcal; 1 ounce lime juice; 0.5 ounce agave syrup; 2 slices jalapeo; Dash orange bitters; null smoked paprika; null sea salt; null lime wheel; null jalapeo slice

Rich, smoky, spicy cocktail with a hint of sweetness

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

23%*

Calories

218*

Net Carbs

8g*

Ingredients:

AI Request:Create a spicy, slightly-sweet cocktail with a base of 2.5 ounces aged rye gin and 1 ounce mezcal including lime juice.

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Description: The Scorched Citrus Zing is a tantalizing cocktail that marries the richness of aged rye gin with the smoky undertones of mezcal. Infused with a spicy kick and balanced by a hint of sweetness, this drink is an adventure for the palate. The fresh lime juice adds a refreshing citrus sharpness, making it perfect for a sultry evening or to add a little edge to your weekend gathering. Ingredients: - 2.5 ounces aged rye gin - 1 ounce mezcal - 1 ounce fresh lime juice - 0.5 ounce agave syrup - 2 slices of fresh jalapeño (with seeds removed for less heat) - Dash of orange bitters - Smoked paprika and sea salt for rim - Lime wheel and jalapeño slice for garnish Glassware: Old Fashioned glass Instructions: 1. Rim an Old Fashioned glass with a mixture of smoked paprika and sea salt. Fill the glass with ice and set aside. 2. In a shaker, muddle the fresh jalapeño slices gently to release their flavor without overpowering the drink. 3. Add the aged rye gin, mezcal, fresh lime juice, agave syrup, and a dash of orange bitters to the shaker. 4. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled. 5. Double strain the mixture into the prepared Old Fashioned glass over fresh ice. 6. Garnish with a lime wheel and a fresh jalapeño slice for an additional touch of color and intrigue. 7. Serve immediately and enjoy the complex layers of flavor with every sip.

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