Garden Party Cocktail
by Camper English
Ted Kilgore, the beverage manager of Taste by Niche in Missouri, based this cocktail on the natural pairing of agave nectar and tequila, which come from the same plant.
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Serves one.
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The New Sweet Cocktail
1 fl. oz. (2 Tbs.) fresh lime juice
1 fl. oz. (2 Tbs.) agave syrup
4 sprigs fresh cilantro; more for garnish
3 1/4-inch-thick slices English cucumber
1 1/4-inch-thick slice jalapeño
2 fl. oz. (1/4 cup) 100% agave blanco (silver) tequila, preferably Lunazul
Combine the lime juice, agave syrup, cilantro sprigs, 2 of the cucumber slices, and the jalapeño in a chilled cocktail shaker. Muddle well. Add the tequila and fill the shaker with ice. Put the lid on the shaker and make sure you have a tight seal. Shake as hard as you can for 30 seconds and then strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice. Rub the remaining cucumber slice around the rim of the glass to season it; then use it to garnish the drink, along with a sprig of cilantro.
To make agave syrup
Combine equal parts light agave nectar and hot water and stir to dissolve. Let cool completely before using. Store in the refrigerator between uses for up to 1 month.
nutrition information (per serving):
Calories
(kcal):
180;
Fat
(g):
0;
Fat Calories
(kcal):
0;
Saturated Fat
(g):
0;
Protein
(g):
0;
Monounsaturated Fat
(g):
0;
Carbohydrates
(g):
13;
Polyunsaturated Fat
(g):
0;
Sodium
(mg):
0;
Cholesterol
(mg):
0;
Fiber
(g):
0;
photo: Scott Phillips
From Fine Cooking 104
, pp. 38
March 4, 2010
