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Satin in a Coffin Mezcal Mai Tai Riff from Redlight Bellingham

Satin in a Coffin: A Mai Tai Riff

Recipe: Holly Smith , Redlight , Bellingham, Washington

Photo: Teo Crider

August 30, 2024

Satin in a Coffin Mezcal Mai Tai Riff from Redlight Bellingham

Mezcal in this Mai Tai riff lends the tropical classic an earthy sweetness.

This Mai Tai riff swaps rum for mezcal, lending an earthy sweetness to complement the tropical vibes.

Ingredients

1 1/2 oz. mezcal (espadín)
1 1/2 oz. fresh lime juice
3/4 oz. orgeat
1/2 oz. dry curaçao
1/4 oz. vanilla syrup
3 dashes grapefruit bitters

Tools:shaker, strainer
Glass:rocks
Garnish:mint sprig, cherry

Preparation

Shake all of the ingredients with ice, then strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish.

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