Smoky Sands

This original cocktail features the bold and smoky taste of mezcal, balanced with refreshing citrus flavors and a touch of sweetness. Here's how to make it: Ingredients: - 2 oz mezcal - 1 oz fresh lime juice - 3/4 oz agave syrup - 1/4 oz triple sec - 1 dash of orange bitters - Crushed ice - Lime wheel, for garnish - Smoked salt, for rimming (optional) Directions: 1. Rim a rocks glass with smoked salt (if desired) and fill with crushed ice. 2. In a shaker filled with ice, combine the mezcal, lime juice, agave syrup, triple sec, and orange bitters. Shake vigorously. 3. Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass. 4. Garnish with a lime wheel and serve immediately. This drink is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day, or for enjoying as a pre-dinner cocktail. The smoky flavor of the mezcal is balanced perfectly with the tartness of the lime and the sweetness of the agave syrup, making for a truly delicious and unique cocktail.