Orange and cardamom mezcal margarita
This orange and cardamom mezcal margarita with fresh coriander and a twist of zest is a vibrant cocktail packed with freshness. Mezcal is a spirit originating in Mexico and has a history dating back centuries. Distilled from agave plants, the smoky spirit has risen to global prominence due to the complex flavour profile and artisanal craftsmanship methods. This cocktail celebrates the unique taste of mezcal, combining it with the bright flavours of orange and lime, and the warmth of cardamom.
Ingredients
Cardamom simple syrup
- 240ml of water
- 200g of caster sugar
- 10g of green cardamom pods
To rim the glass
- 20g of salt
- 20g of caster sugar
- 1 lime wedge
Cocktail base
- 180ml of mezcal
- 60ml of fresh orange juice
- 60ml of fresh lime juice
- 60ml of cardamom simple syrup , from above
- 1 handful of ice cubes
Garnish
- 1 handful of ice cubes
- 1 orange , zest sliced off using a vegetable peeler and twisted
- 1 handful of cilantro leaves
Method
Begin by preparing the cardamom simple syrup. In a saucepan combine the water, sugar and crushed cardamom pods, then bring the mix to a gentle simmer, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved
- 240ml of water
- 200g of caster sugar
- 10g of green cardamom pods
Reduce the heat to low, and leave the syrup to infuse for around 5 minutes
Take the pan off the heat and leave the syrup to cool. Once at room temperature, strain out the cardamom pods and transfer the syrup to an airtight container. Store in the fridge until needed
Meanwhile, mix together the salt and sugar. Drag a lime wedge over the rim of the glass, then dip the glass into the salt and sugar mix. Set each glass aside until needed
- 20g of salt
- 20g of caster sugar
- 1 lime wedge
To make the margarita base, combine the mezcal, fresh orange juice, fresh lime juice and 60ml cardamom simple syrup in a shaker. Add in the ice cubes and shake vigorously for around 15 seconds until the mix has chilled
- 180ml of mezcal
- 60ml of fresh orange juice
- 60ml of fresh lime juice
- 60ml of cardamom simple syrup , from above
- 1 handful of ice cubes
Fill the rimmed glasses with more ice cubes and strain the margarita mix into each glass. Garnish with a twist of orange zest and a sprig of fresh cilantro then serve
- 1 handful of ice cubes
- 1 orange , zest sliced off using a vegetable peeler and twisted
- 1 handful of cilantro leaves
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