The Alchemist
Ingredients
- 1 1⁄6 oz Del Maguey Vida Clásico Mezcal
- 2⁄3 oz Luxardo Maraschino liqueur
- 1⁄2 oz Gentian liqueur
- 2⁄3 oz Lime juice
- 2⁄3 oz Monin Almond (Orgeat) Syrup
Method
Glass:
Photographed in a Waterford Mixology Coupe Clear
Method:
- Select and pre-chill a COUPE GLASS.
- Prepare garnish of float fresh basil leaf.
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
Nutrition:
One serving of The Alchemist contains 215 calories
Allergens:
Recipe contains the following allergens:
History:
Created in 2017 by Sam Fraser at The Rockinghorse in Chichester, England.
Review:
Looking over the liqueur and syrup-dominated recipe, this mezcal-based Margarita meets the Last Word may appear to be sweet. However, the spec is deceiving, and the finished drink is surprisingly balanced, harnessing some big flavours and presenting them harmoniously.
