Mezcal Last Word

Combining the earthy, smoky notes of mezcal with the herbal complexity of Green Chartreuse, the sweetness of maraschino liqueur, and the tartness of lime juice, The Mezcal Last Word is a delightful take on the traditional cocktail. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

• 3/4 ounce mezcal
• 3/4 ounce Green Chartreuse
• 3/4 ounce maraschino liqueur
• 3/4 ounce lime juice

Instructions:

1. Pour all the ingredients into an ice-filled shaker.
2. Shake until chilled.
3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

For an extra layer of flavor, try infusing your mezcal with fresh pineapple. Here’s a quick recipe:

Pineapple-Infused Mezcal:

1. In a sealed jar, combine 1 cup of mezcal and 1 cup of fresh pineapple chunks.
2. Shake it occasionally while it is refrigerated for two to three days.
3. Use the infusion of mezcal in your Mezcal Last Word after straining out the solids.

The fruity sweetness that this infusion adds beautifully balances the other ingredients! Have fun experimenting with this adaptable drink!