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Melinda’s Snake Juice

Melinda’s Snake Juice

Modern Mexican–Inspired Cocktail

Cocktail / Beverage

Melinda’s Snake Juice

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Servings

1

Prep Time

3 minutes

A sultry mezcal sipper kissed with blood orange and a sting of Melinda’s Ghost Hot Honey, then cloaked in rosemary smoke. It’s bright, spicy, and delightfully dramatic—perfect for when you want your cocktail to make an entrance.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz. Mezcal Espadín
  • 1 medium blood orange
  • .5 oz. Melinda’s Ghost Hot Honey
  • 1 sprig rosemary

Directions

  1. Add ice to a mixing glass.
  2. Add 1.5 oz. Mezcal Espadín.
  3. Add the juice of an entire blood orange.
  4. Add 1.5 oz. Melinda’s Ghost Hot Honey.
  5. Shake for 15 seconds and strain into a festive glass.
  6. Torch a sprig of rosemary.
  7. Place the smoldering sprig on a fire-safe surface with the drink and cover with a glass cloche to trap the smoke.
  8. Allow to smoke for 30-60 seconds.
  9. Lift the cloche and serve immediately.
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