Smoky Grapefruit Fizz

This mezcal cocktail is a delightful twist on the classic margarita, featuring the zesty flavors of pink grapefruit soda and pineapple juice. The combination of sweet, smoky, and sour notes creates a refreshing and fizzy drink that's perfect for any occasion.

Smoky Grapefruit Fizz

A mezcal cocktail with pink grapefruit soda and pineapple juice, offering a fizzy twist of flavor that's sweet and sour.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 Tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 1/2 ounces Mezcal liquor
  • 3 ounces pink grapefruit soda (carbonated)
  • 1 ounce pineapple juice

Instructions

  1. Combine equal parts of salt, brown sugar, and chili powder to prepare the salt rim mixture.
  2. Dip the rim of the glass in lime juice, then into the salt mixture, and let it rest upside down for a couple of minutes to set.
  3. Over ice, combine the mezcal, pink grapefruit soda, pineapple juice, and lime juice.
  4. Pour the cocktail into the rimmed glass.
  5. Garnish with a sprig of thyme if desired.