Mezcal and Bitter Orange Aperitivo with Rosemary

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An elegant aperitivo combining smoky mezcal with bitter orange liqueur and fresh rosemary for an herbal complexity. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together mezcal, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 6 min Serves 1 Mexican cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bruise 1 fresh rosemary sprig by gently tapping it with the back of a spoon to release its oils and place it into a mixing glass.
  2. Step 2: Add 1.5 oz mezcal, 1 oz bitter orange liqueur, 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.25 oz simple syrup into the mixing glass filled with ice. Stir for 20 seconds until well chilled and aromatic.
  3. Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lemon twist by expressing its oils over the drink and placing it on the rim.

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