Smoky Mezcal Cherry Sour

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A complex mezcal cocktail with tart cherry, smooth agave, and a smoky finish, balanced by fresh citrus. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together mezcal, fresh lime juice, cherry liqueur 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 190 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: 8 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Dry shake (without ice) 2 oz mezcal, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 3/4 oz cherry liqueur, 1/2 oz agave nectar, and 1 large egg white vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
  2. Step 2: Add large ice cubes to the shaker and shake again for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
  3. Step 3: Double strain the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass.
  4. Step 4: Garnish by placing a single maraschino cherry gently on the surface.
  5. Step 5: Optionally, express a thin lime peel over the drink and discard.

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