The Divination from Matilda Midnight

RECIPE: Monica Penn for Matilda Midnight, Chattanooga, Tennessee
Note: This bar has permanently closed.

Photo: Margaret Pate

January 29, 2020

Tarragon syrup helps draw out the earthy tones of agave spirits in this gem.

Tarragon syrup helps draw out the earthy tones of tequila and mezcal in this cocktail from Matilda Midnight.

Ingredients

1 1/2 oz. reposado tequila
1/2 oz. yellow Chartreuse
1 oz. pineapple juice
3/4 oz. fresh lime juice
1/2 oz. tarragon simple syrup
1/4 oz. mezcal, to float

Tools:shaker, strainer
Glass:Collins
Garnish:tarragon sprigs, pineapple, cracks of pink and black peppercorn

Preparation

Add all of the ingredients to a shaker, except the mezcal. Add ice and shake. Strain into a Collins glass. Add ice and a float of mezcal. Garnish.

Tarragon Simple SyrupIn a saucepan, bring 1/2 cup of water to a boil. Lower heat to simmer, and add 1/2 cup of sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Add 1/8 cup of fresh tarragon. Let simmer for 15 minutes. Strain into a container. Let cool before refrigerating.