Smoky Citrus Maple Sour

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A balanced sour cocktail combining smoky mezcal with bright citrus and a touch of rich maple syrup for sweetness. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together mezcal, fresh lemon juice, maple 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 180 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 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Add 2 oz mezcal, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz maple syrup, and 2 dashes orange bitters to a cocktail shaker.
  2. Step 2: If using, add 1 egg white for a silky texture.
  3. Step 3: Dry shake the ingredients vigorously without ice for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
  4. Step 4: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake again for 12 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
  5. Step 5: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a thin twist of orange peel, expressing the oils over the surface and resting it on the rim.

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