Eclipse Margarita

Imagine the rich, smoky essence of mezcal infused with a vibrant burst of color, perfectly encapsulated in a drink that teases your taste buds and delights your eyes. The Eclipse Margarita is an innovative twist on the classic cocktail, featuring a layered appearance that mimics the stunning hues of a solar eclipse. Here's how to craft this celestial-inspired libation, to be served in a traditional margarita glass. Ingredients: - 2 oz Mezcal - 1 oz Cointreau or Triple Sec - 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice - 1/2 oz Agave Syrup - 1/2 oz Butterfly Pea Flower Tea, cooled - 1/2 oz Grenadine - Salt for rimming the glass - Lime wheel for garnish - Edible gold dust (optional, for garnish) Instructions: 1. Begin by preparing your margarita glass. Rub a lime wedge around the rim and dip the glass into salt, ensuring an even coat. Set aside. 2. In a shaker, combine the mezcal, Cointreau, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup with ice. Shake vigorously to chill and blend the flavors. 3. Strain the mixture into the salt-rimmed margarita glass filled with fresh ice, leaving room at the bottom for the colorful layers. 4. Carefully pour the butterfly pea flower tea over the back of a spoon to create the first colorful layer. 5. Lastly, slowly drizzle the grenadine into the glass over the back of a spoon or by using a dropper. The grenadine will sink to the bottom, creating a beautiful red layer that contrasts with the blue of the butterfly pea flower tea, resulting in a gradient that resembles an eclipse. 6. Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprinkle of edible gold dust on top for an extra touch of elegance and sparkle. 7. Serve immediately and watch as your guests are mesmerized by the colors of the Eclipse Margarita before stirring to combine the sunset-hued layers into a deliciously smoky and tangy mezcal cocktail experience.