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Spaceface from Young American

RECIPE: Julia McKinley, Young American, Chicago
(Note: This bar has permanently closed.)

Photo: Emma Janzen

March 27, 2019

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A touch of crème de menthe and large bouquet of mint make this tequila cocktail from Chicago’s Young American extra-refreshing.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz. blanco tequila
  • 1/2 oz. pineapple syrup (McKinley uses Small Hand Foods)
  • 1/2 oz. fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 oz. honey
  • 1 barspoon crème de menthe
  • 1 lime wedge
  • 6 mint leaves
  • Tools:muddler, shaker, strainer
  • Glass:rocks
  • Garnish:mint

Preparation

Muddle 1 lime wedge with 6 mint leaves. Add the remaining ingredients, plus ice, and shake until cold. Strain into the glass over fresh ice and garnish.

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