Afterburner 3
Ignite your taste buds with the bold and smoky flavors of the Afterburner 3 cocktail, a mezcal-based masterpiece that delivers just the right amount of heat. Perfectly balanced with freshly squeezed lime juice, a splash of orange liqueur, and a touch of honey syrup, this drink gets its fiery kick from muddled fresh jalapeño slices. The chili powder and salt-rimmed glass adds an extra layer of zest, amplifying every sip with a smoky-spicy zing. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make cocktail is ideal for spice lovers and those looking to elevate their mixology game. Serve this tantalizing drink at your next gathering, and watch it set the night ablaze!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Mezcal
- 1 oz Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 oz Orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 0.5 oz Honey syrup (2:1 honey to water)
- 3 slices Fresh jalapeño slices
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 tbsp Chili powder and salt blend
- 1 piece Lime wedge
Instructions
Prepare the glass by running a lime wedge around the rim. Dip the rim into the chili powder and salt blend to coat evenly. Set aside.
In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh jalapeño slices and muddle gently to release their spice and aroma.
Add the mezcal, lime juice, orange liqueur, and honey syrup to the shaker.
Fill the shaker with ice cubes, cover it tightly, and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to chill the mixture.
Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass over fresh ice cubes, if desired.
Garnish with a thin jalapeño slice or a lime wheel for added visual flair.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fiery Afterburner 3!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
243 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1081 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 147 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
