Smokestack Lightning

Smokestack Lightning

  • Robust
  • Slightly tart
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Ingredients

  • 1 3⁄4 oz José Cuervo Tradicional Reposado
  • 1⁄4 oz Torabhaig Peated Single Malt Whisky
  • 1⁄2 oz Agave syrup
  • 3⁄4 oz Lime juice
  • 4 drop Difford's Margarita Bitters optional

Method

Glass:

Photographed in an Urban Bar Alto Coupe 18cl

Prepare:

  1. Select and pre-chill a COUPE GLASS.
  2. Prepare garnish of lime wedge.

Method:

  1. SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
  2. FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.

Garnish:

  1. Garnish with lime wedge on rim.

Nutrition:

One serving of Smokestack Lightning contains 180 calories

History:

Created in 2009 by yours truly for The Cocktail Hour at Tales of the Cocktail that year.

Review:

Margarita-like with a wisp of peaty smoke.