Smoked Tamarind Mezcal Sour

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

A smoky mezcal cocktail with tangy tamarind and a frothy egg white top, delivering a complex balance of flavors. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together mezcal, tamarind syrup, fresh lime juice 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 210 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.

Ingredients

• 2 oz mezcal
• 1 oz tamarind syrup
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 1 egg white
• 2 dashes angostura bitters
• as needed ice cubes
• 1 tamarind pod or lime wheel

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Add 2 oz mezcal, 1 oz tamarind syrup, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 1 egg white into a cocktail shaker without ice.
2. Step 2: Dry shake vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify the egg white and create foam.
3. Step 3: Add ice cubes to the shaker until half full, then shake again vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker frosts.
4. Step 4: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to remove ice shards and ensure a silky texture.
5. Step 5: Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters on the foam surface and use a toothpick to create a decorative swirl.
6. Step 6: Garnish by resting a tamarind pod or a thin lime wheel on the rim of the glass.