Barbacoa
Two types of peppers combine with mezcal, citrus, and ginger in this sweet-and-savory concoction from bar pro Julian Cox. Sure, there's a lot going on in this recipe, but thanks to the versatility of agave spirits (in this case, mezcal), it all works to create a flavor profile you've likely not encountered before now. Balance, of course, is always key, and there's a reason agave spirits make the perfect companion to savory flavors.

Ingredients

  • 3 slices Bell pepper
  • 3 Lime wedges
  • 1/2 tsp Puree chipotle pepper
  • 1/2 oz Lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz Ginger syrup*
  • 3/4 oz Agave nectar
  • 2 oz Mezcal
  • Garnish: Beef jerky piece

Directions

  1. In a shaker, muddle the bell pepper slices and lime wedges.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients and fill with ice.
  3. Shake, and pour (unstrained) into a double Old Fashioned glass.
  4. Garnish with a piece of beef jerky.