Dragon Mother

Dragon Mother

3.9(65)

If you’re feeling fiery and you like a bit of heat, then this is the cocktail for you. The smoky mezcal mixed with the jalapeño simple syrup will make you feel like you can tame dragons. This content is intended solely for users of legal drinking age. Drink responsibly.

Cook Time
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Total Time
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Yield
1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water (240 mL)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
  • 1 jalapeño, quartered lengthwise, seeds and ribs removed for a milder syrup
  • 2 tablespoons coarse salt
  • 2 tablespoons ground chile powder
  • 1 wedge lime

Ice

  • 3 fl oz grapefruit juice (90 mL)
  • 2 fl oz mezcal (60 mL)
  • 1 oz campari (30 mL)

How to Make It

1. Step
In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together water and sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer, just until the sugar dissolves completely.
2. Step
Remove the pot from the heat, add the jalapeño, and cover the pot. Let infuse for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator.
3. Step
Pour the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
4. Step
On a small plate, mix together the salt and chile powder.
5. Step
Run the lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass. Dip the rim in the salt mixture. Fill with ice and set aside.
6. Step
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the grapefruit juice, mezcal, Campari, and 1 ounce jalapeño simple syrup. Shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
7. Step
Strain into the salt-rimmed glass.
8. Step
Enjoy!

Tags

Contains AlcoholDry Measuring CupsWhiskStove TopSauce PanMeasuring SpoonsLiquid Measuring CupDrinksSpecial OccasionHappy Hour

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