Empellón Cocina's Fat-Washed Mezcal

A complex, savory, and smoky cocktail that pushes the boundaries of mezcal. This signature recipe features Ilegal Joven Mezcal washed with the rendered fat of adobo-marinated pork ribs, combined with rich chocolate and coffee liqueurs, and finished with a spicy habanero kick.

Ingredients

• 2 OZ Adobo Pork Fat-Washed Mezcal
• 0.75 OZ Chocolate Liqueur
• 0.5 OZ Coffee Liqueur
• 5 DROP Habanero Tincture

How to Make It

1. Combine the fat-washed mezcal and chocolate liqueur in a mixing glass filled with ice.
2. Stir continuously for 45 seconds to ensure proper chilling and dilution.
3. Strain the mixture into a chilled Coupe Glass.
4. Carefully sink the coffee liqueur to the bottom of the glass by pouring it slowly over the back of a bar spoon against the inside of the glass.
5. Finish by garnishing with drops of habanero tincture on the surface.

Glassware

Coupe Glass

Savory Smoky Spicy Spirit-Forward Complex Modern Mezcal