El Nacionalista

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 1

A smoky and bitter cocktail perfect for any occasion.

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Ready In

5 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

130

Sugar

Fat

El Nacionalista is a cocktail that highlights the smoky and earthy flavors of mezcal, a distilled spirit made from the agave plant in Mexico. The Amaro liqueur and dry vermouth provide a bitter contrast to the deep flavors of the mezcal, and the single malt Scotch whiskey helps to smooth out the drink's rough edges, adding complexity. The cocktail is garnished with a lemon zest, which provides a citrusy aroma that complements the drink's flavors. Overall, El Nacionalista is a flavorful and satisfying drink that is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.	Fill a glass with ice.
2.	In a cocktail shaker, combine the mezcal, Amaro liqueur, dry vermouth, and single malt Scotch whiskey.
3.	Add ice to the cocktail shaker and shake well.
4.	Strain the cocktail into the glass.
5.	Garnish with a lemon zest.

PROS

The smoky and bitter flavors of this cocktail make it a sophisticated and complex option for any occasion.

It’s an excellent way to showcase mezcal, which is not well-known in many bar scenes.

The preparation is quick and easy, which makes it perfect for entertaining guests at home.

CONS

Some people may dislike the smoky and bitter flavor profile.

The use of mezcal, which is not as widely available as other spirits, may also make it difficult to find substitutions or to recreate the cocktail.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cocktail is high in alcohol content.
Mezcal has some health benefits, including potential antioxidant properties, but these benefits may not be significant at the amount consumed in one serving of this cocktail.

	ice
	1 fluid ounce mezcal
	1/2 fluid ounce Amaro liqueur
	1/2 fluid ounce dry vermouth
	1/2 teaspoon single malt Scotch whiskey
	1 lemon zest , for garnish