Southern Exposure
ShakenCoupe
Ingredients
- 1½ oz
- ½ ozmezcalLos Amantes joven (Los Amantes joven)
- ½ ozlime juice
- ½ oz
- ½ ozred bell pepper pureesee notes (see notes)
- 1 pinchkosher salt
Preparation
- 1.
Shake all the ingredients with ice.
- 2.
Strain into a coupe.
Notes
Bartender's notes
This popular drink is my homage to the flavors of Mexico, made extra savory with red bell pepper and a pinch of salt, the latter an ingredient that doesn’t see enough use in cocktails.
Red bell pepper puree
In a blender, combine 1 coarsely chopped red bell pepper and a splash of water. Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve. Keeps refrigerated for 3 days.