Velvet Aztec

Name: Velvet Aztec
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 1.5 oz mezcal; 0.5 oz lime juice; 1 oz grapefruit juice; 0.75 oz beetroot juice; 0.5 oz agave syrup; A pinch chili powder; As needed salt; As needed ice

Vibrant mezcal cocktail with beetroot, lime, and chili powder

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

18%*

Calories

168*

Net Carbs

14g*

Ingredients:

AI Request:Create a cocktail using tequila but not a margarita

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Description: The Velvet Aztec is a vibrant and innovative cocktail that pays homage to the rich and complex flavors of Mexico. This drink combines the smoky allure of mezcal with the refreshing zest of lime and grapefruit, while introducing a unique velvet layer through the use of beetroot juice. A dash of agave syrup adds a sweet contrast to the tartness, and a sprinkle of chili powder on the rim brings an invigorating kick, marrying all the elements into a seductive and colorful concoction. It's a perfect balance of smokiness, sweetness, sourness, and spice, creating a deeply flavored cocktail that's as mesmerizing to the palate as it is to the eye. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz Mezcal (as a smoky alternative to tequila) - 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice - 1 oz Fresh grapefruit juice - 0.75 oz Beetroot juice (for color and earthiness) - 0.5 oz Agave syrup (adjust to taste) - A pinch of chili powder (for the rim) - Salt (for the rim) - Ice Glass: Chilled coupe glass Preparation: 1. Prepare the glass by combining equal parts of chili powder and salt on a small plate. Moisten the rim of the coupe glass with a lime wedge, then dip the rim into the chili-salt mixture to coat it lightly. 2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the mezcal, lime juice, grapefruit juice, beetroot juice, and agave syrup. Fill the shaker with ice. 3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, or until the shaker feels cold to the touch. 4. Strain the cocktail into the prepared coupe glass. 5. Garnish optionally with a thin slice of beetroot or a grapefruit twist on the rim. Enjoy the Velvet Aztec, a drink that's as bold and complex as the civilization it's inspired by.

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