Smoky Tomato Mezcal Sipper

This Grilled Tomato and Toasted Chili Cocktail is a smoky and refreshing mezcal-based drink with a hint of spice. The combination of fresh tomatoes, lime juice, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce creates a unique and vibrant flavor profile. This cocktail is the perfect choice for a summer brunch or any hot day when you need a bright and invigorating beverage.

Smoky Tomato Mezcal Sipper

A smoky and refreshing mezcal-based cocktail with grilled tomatoes, lime juice, and a hint of spice.

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Ingredients

  • 0.50 dried guajillo chili, cut open, stem and seeds removed
  • 2 oz mezcal
  • 0.25 lb ripe tomatoes, any variety
  • 0.25 tbsp neutral oil, such as canola
  • 0.75 oz fresh lime juice (from 1 to 1.5 limes)
  • 0.50 tsp ground coriander seed
  • 0.50 to 0.75 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Garnish: lime wedge

Instructions

  1. Heat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Toast the guajillo chili using tongs until pliable and fragrant, about 2 minutes; do not char or burn the chilies.
  3. Cut the chili into small pieces and combine with mezcal in a pitcher, ensuring the chilies are submerged, then let it sit for 30 minutes.
  4. Halve the tomatoes and brush them with oil, then grill them cut sides down until soft but not falling apart with lightly charred skins, about 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the grilled tomatoes to a cutting board, remove and discard the skins, and roughly chop the tomatoes.
  6. Muddle the chilies in mezcal until the liquid is a pale brick red.
  7. Add the grilled tomatoes, lime juice, and ground coriander, and muddle until the tomatoes are broken down.
  8. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve and pour into an ice-filled glass.
  9. Season with Worcestershire sauce to taste, garnish with a lime wedge, and serve.