Smoky Persimmon Margarita

Description: This innovative twist on the classic margarita leverages a split base of joven mezcal and aged rhum agricole, enhanced by the complex sweetness of Licor 43. The drink is elevated further with the addition of fresh persimmon, ginger bitters, lemon juice, and a hint of green chartreuse liqueur. This cocktail marries smokiness, sweetness, and a touch of herbaceous complexity, delivering a multi-layered experience to your palate. Ingredients: - 1 oz joven mezcal - 1 oz aged rhum agricole - 0.75 oz Licor 43 - 0.5 oz green chartreuse liqueur - 1 oz fresh persimmon puree - 0.75 oz lemon juice - 2 dashes ginger bitters - Smoked sea salt rim (optional) - Persimmon slice or twist for garnish Instructions: 1. Prepare a cocktail shaker with ice. 2. Add the joven mezcal, aged rhum agricole, Licor 43, green chartreuse liqueur, fresh persimmon puree, lemon juice, and ginger bitters. 3. Shake vigorously until well-chilled. 4. Rim a double old-fashioned glass with smoked sea salt (optional). 5. Strain the mixture into the glass over fresh ice. 6. Garnish with a persimmon slice or twist. Glass: Double Old-Fashioned Glass Enjoy the layered flavors and complex fusion in your Smoky Persimmon Margarita!