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The Lean Mean Nectarine
By: Evenwood
Beverage Type(s)
- Cocktail
Recommended Occasion
Evening cocktail hour
Flavor Profile
smokynectarineboozycitrusyoaky
Description
A stiff nectarine cocktail that layers juicy stone fruit over bourbon depth and mezcal smoke. Bright citrus keeps it sharp and balanced.
Ingredients
- Bourbon - 1.5 fl oz
- Mezcal - 1 fl oz
- Nectarine nectar - 1 fl oz
- Fresh lemon juice - 0.5 fl oz
- Demerara syrup - 1.5 tsp
- Angostura bitters - 1 dash
Preparation Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add bourbon (1.5 fl oz), mezcal (1 fl oz), nectarine nectar (1 fl oz), lemon juice (0.5 fl oz), demerara syrup (1.5 tsp), and Angostura bitters.
- Shake hard for 12 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- Garnish with a nectarine slice and serve immediately.
Equipment required: cocktail shaker, strainer
Dietary Goals
- Dairy-free
Additional Information
- For extra smoke, briefly torch the nectarine slice garnish before serving.
- If fresh nectarines are in season, blend and fine-strain ripe fruit to make the nectar.
- Use a large ice cube to keep the drink cold without diluting too quickly.