Description
Smoke on the Water cocktail blends mystical whiskey notes with subtle herbal complexity, creating a mesmerizing liquid experience. Crafted with precision, this drink promises sophisticated sipping that lingers deliciously on palates seeking memorable mixology adventures.
Ingredients
Scale
Spirits:
- 35 milliliters (1.2 fluid ounces) mezcal
- 15 milliliters (0.5 fluid ounces) tequila blanco
Juice and Syrup:
- 20 milliliters (0.7 fluid ounces) fresh lime juice
- 20 milliliters (0.7 fluid ounces) watermelon syrup
Garnish:
- Smoked salt rim (optional)
Instructions
- Moisten the glass rim with fresh lime juice, then delicately coat with smoked salt for a tantalizing texture and smoky essence.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with mezcal, tequila, vibrant lime juice, and luscious watermelon syrup, creating a harmonious flavor foundation.
- Add a generous handful of ice cubes to the shaker, transforming the liquid mixture into a frosty, well-blended elixir.
- Energetically shake the cocktail for approximately 15 seconds, allowing the ingredients to meld and chill thoroughly.
- Carefully strain the cocktail into the salt-rimmed glass, ensuring a smooth pour over a fresh layer of pristine ice cubes.
- Elevate the presentation by adorning the drink with a crisp watermelon slice or an elegantly cut lime wheel, adding visual appeal and a hint of fresh citrus fragrance.
Notes
- Enhance the smoky flavor by choosing a high-quality mezcal with robust, earthy notes for a more complex cocktail experience.
- Replace watermelon syrup with fresh watermelon juice for a more natural and vibrant taste profile, adjusting sweetness with agave nectar if needed.
- Use coarse smoked salt for rimming to create a more dramatic and textural edge that complements the cocktail’s smoky undertones.
- For a low-alcohol version, reduce mezcal and tequila proportions and add more fresh watermelon juice to maintain flavor intensity while lowering overall alcohol content.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg