This Witching Hour Smash is a smoky, berry-filled cocktail is a mystical blend of mezcal, fresh blackberries, and a touch of heat from chile liqueur. The balance of tart pomegranate juice and agave creates a perfect harmony between sweetness and spice, while the smoky rosemary garnish enhances the bewitching flavor profile.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 oz mezcal
- 0.5 oz chile liqueur
- 0.75 oz lime juice
- 0.75 oz agave syrup
- 8 blackberries
- 1 oz pomegranate juice
- Rosemary sprig blackberry, and lime for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, add the blackberries, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup.
- Muddle the mixture thoroughly to release the juices from the blackberries.
- Add the pomegranate juice, chile liqueur, and mezcal to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice, and shake until the drink is well chilled.
- Strain the cocktail into a glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a rosemary sprig, a fresh blackberry, and a lime wedge for an enchanting presentation.
Notes
- Lightly torch the rosemary sprig for a smoky aroma that complements the mezcal’s earthiness.
- Adjust the amount of chile liqueur for more or less heat to suit your taste.
- To intensify the berry flavor, muddle a few extra blackberries for a fruitier profile.
Tasting Notes
The Witching Hour Smash offers a vibrant mix of flavors: the tartness of fresh berries and lime, the sweetness of agave and pomegranate, and the smoky heat from the mezcal and chile liqueur. The rosemary garnish adds an aromatic finish, enhancing the drink’s deep, rich character.