Description
Smoke on the Water cocktail blends smoky mezcal with bold blackberry and herbal notes for a complex drinking experience. Balanced ingredients create a sophisticated sip that lingers with intrigue, drawing you into its mysterious flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 35 ml (1.2 fl oz) mezcal
- 15 ml (0.5 fl oz) tequila blanco
- 20 ml (0.7 fl oz) fresh lime juice
- 20 ml (0.7 fl oz) watermelon syrup
- smoked salt rim (optional)
Instructions
- Rim Preparation: Glide the glass rim through lime juice, then dip into smoky salt for a bold, textural introduction to the cocktail experience.
- Liquid Fusion: Combine mezcal, tequila, lime juice, and watermelon juice in a cocktail shaker, blending the spirits with vibrant fruit notes.
- Chill and Blend: Fill the shaker with ice and seal firmly, then shake dynamically for 10-15 seconds to marry flavors and create a frosty temperature.
- Final Presentation: Strain the crimson mixture into the salt-rimmed glass filled with fresh ice, garnishing with a watermelon slice or lime wheel to elevate the visual and flavor profile.
Notes
- Balance Smoky Flavors: Adjust mezcal and tequila ratios to control smokiness, ensuring the taste doesn’t overpower the refreshing watermelon undertones.
- Chill Ingredients Thoroughly: Use pre-chilled spirits and fresh ice to maintain optimal temperature and prevent dilution, preserving the cocktail’s vibrant essence.
- Rim Salt Precision: Apply lime nectar evenly and gently dip the glass for a consistent, professional-looking salt coating that enhances the drink’s sensory experience.
- Garnish with Purpose: Select ripe, symmetrical watermelon slices or perfectly cut lime wheels to elevate the cocktail’s visual appeal and complement its flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktails, Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 142
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg