Tequila Bee's Knees (a.k.a. Tequila Honey Bee)

• 1dash mezcal, to rinse
• 2 ozreposado tequila
• 1 ozhoney syrup
• 0.75 ozlemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 dashangostura bitters

Preparation

1. 1.

   Rinse a rocks glass with the mezcal, coating the inside of the glass with a thin layer and then discarding the excess, and set aside.

2. 2.

   Add the tequila, honey syrup and lemon juice into a shaker with ice, and shake until well-chilled.

3. 3.

   Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice, and top with 2 dashes of bitters.

4. 4.

   Garnish with a lemon peel.