Smoky Citrus Wood-Fired Sour
A vibrant cocktail blending smoky mezcal with fresh citrus and a hint of maple, inspired by the wood-fired flavors of New Orleans seafood grills. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together mezcal, fresh lemon juice, fresh orange 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 fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz fresh orange juice
- 0.5 oz maple syrup
- 1 egg white
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a shaker without ice and add 2 oz mezcal, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz fresh orange juice, 0.5 oz maple syrup, and 1 egg white. Dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify.
- Step 2: Add ice cubes to the shaker until nearly full and shake again vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
- Step 3: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass using a fine mesh strainer to remove ice shards and egg white residue.
- Step 4: Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters on the foam surface and use a toothpick to swirl into a decorative pattern.
- Step 5: Garnish with a thin orange twist expressed over the surface and rested on the rim.
