Name: Mezcal Gimlet
Prep time: 2 min
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1 cocktail
Cuisine: Cocktails
Ingredients: 2 oz mezcal; ¾ oz lime juice; ½ oz simple syrup

The classic gimlet formula applied to mezcal, allowing the spirit's smoky agave character to take center stage against the backdrop of fresh lime and simple syrup. The smoke and citrus create a striking, memorable combination.

shake with ice and strain

cocktail glass

mezcal

lime juice

simple syrup

lime slice

Mezcal Gimlet

Cocktails carrying smoke from mezcal, peated Scotch, or a flamed element. Smoky drinks are bold and atmospheric.

Smoky

Cocktails where lemon, lime, orange, or grapefruit drive the flavor. Citrus notes add brightness, acidity, and aromatic zest to a drink.

Citrus

Cocktails built around fresh citrus acidity, typically lemon or lime juice. Sours are bright, tart, and often balanced by simple syrup or a sweet liqueur.

Sour

Cocktails with intense, assertive flavors — heavy on spirit, bitter, or smoke. Bold drinks make a statement.

Mezcal Gimlet

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