The Mezcal Sunset

A sophisticated cocktail that combines the smoky notes of mezcal with bright pomegranate and orange juices, topped with sparkling wine. This drink features a homemade pomegranate syrup for a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.

1 servings
37 min

Ingredients

  • ½ cup pomegranate juice
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 ounce mezcal
  • 1 ounce dry sparkling white wine
  • 2 ounces orange juice
  • preferably fresh squeezed and strained

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Cook pomegranate juice and sugar in a small pot over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and liquid is slightly reduced, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, transfer to a heatproof container, and chill until cool, about 30 minutes.

    35 min

  2. 2.

    Pour mezcal, sparkling wine, and orange juice into a rocks glass filled with ice. Top with 1 Tbsp. Pomegranate Syrup.

    2 min

  3. 3.

    Pomegranate Syrup can be made 7 days ahead; chill in an airtight container.