Mezcaltini
A gorgeously smooth coffee mezcaltini; this is the perfect cocktail for lazy afternoons and evenings, as well as cocktail parties. Enjoy topped with crunchy coffee beans!
This mezcaltini is THE BEST low-stress/high-reward drink, perfect for those weeks, as well as for cocktail parties and get-togethers.
Combining the smoothness of Leonista mezcal with espresso, this cocktail is simply perfect for sipping after a long, stressful day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this alcohol-free?
To make this cocktail into a mocktail, simply leave out the Leonista Reposado Black and top up with more espresso.
I don’t have a cocktail shaker, now what?
There’s no need for a fancy cocktail shaker to enjoy this recipe. Use a mason jar with a lid or a plastic drink shaker.
Mezcaltini
- Total Time: 5 Minutes
- Yield: 2 Servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A gorgeously smooth coffee mezcaltini; this is the perfect cocktail for lazy afternoons and evenings, as well as cocktail parties. Enjoy topped with crunchy coffee beans!
Ingredients
- 90ml Leonista Reposado Black
- 2 shots Strong Espresso (60-70ml)
- sugar to taste (add to preference)
- pinch of salt
- coffee beans, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your espresso, then sweeten it to your preference with sugar. We advise making it slightly sweeter than you usually prefer.
- Once sweetened to your liking add a small pinch of salt to your coffee and allow it to cool to room temperature or pop it in the freezer for 5mins.
- Place your serving glasses in the freezer
- Half fill a cocktail shaker with ice, then add your espresso and Leonista. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds, then strain into two martini glasses.
- Garnish with coffee beans, if using, and serve.
Notes
*If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, use a large glass jar with a tight lid, or a plastic drink shaker!
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shake
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 133.85kcal
- Sugar: 7.49g
- Sodium: 79.51mg
- Fat: 0.08g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8.24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.05g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
