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