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Zucca Joe

A modern cocktail featuring mezcal, Aperol, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup. Smoky, bitter, and compelling.

Ingredients

  • Mezcal 2 oz
  • Aperol 0.75 oz
  • Fresh lime juice 0.75 oz
  • Simple syrup 0.5 oz

Instructions

  1. 1 Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice
  2. 2 Shake vigorously for 15 seconds
  3. 3 Double strain into a chilled coupe glass
  4. 4 Garnish with a lime twist
Glassware:

Coupe glass

Technique:

shake

Servings:

1

Garnish:

Lime twist

The Zucca Joe is a modern cocktail that showcases the perfect balance of smoky mezcal, bitter Aperol, and bright lime juice. It’s a perfect example of contemporary cocktail culture.

The Perfect Balance

This cocktail is all about balance - the mezcal provides the smoky backbone, the Aperol adds bitter complexity, the lime juice adds bright acidity, and the simple syrup brings sweetness. Together, they create a truly unique drinking experience.

Tips for Success

  • Use a high-quality mezcal for the best results
  • Aperol is essential for the bitter component
  • Fresh lime juice is crucial for the proper acidity
  • Simple syrup can be adjusted to taste

Tags

#mezcal #modern #smoky #bitter

Source: Modern cocktail