
Mezcal, pineapple and jalapeño smash
The smoky notes of the mezcal work wonderfully with the grilled pineapple and gentle heat from the chilli in this spicy drink. It’s simple to make and can easily be made into a jug cocktail for a crowd
- a few slices of fresh jalapeño
- 1 fresh ring pineapplegrilled
- 50ml mezcal
- 75ml pineapple juice
- 1 wedge lime
Method
step 1
Put the jalapeño slices into a rocks glass. Cut a small wedge from the pineapple and set aside, then add the rest of the pineapple to the glass and muddle with the chilli.
step 2
Add the mezcal and pineapple juice and squeeze in the juice from the lime wedge. Fill with ice, churn to mix, and serve with the reserved wedge of pineapple on the side of the glass.