Are you looking for a unique twist for your cocktail menu? Then smoky cocktails might be just the thing for you! Smoky cocktails are trendy, exciting, and add a touch of smokiness to your drink. In this article, we share the ultimate recipes for smoky cocktails, so you can surprise your guests with a unique and unforgettable experience. Read on and discover how to make these delicious drinks!
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What drinks and ingredients do I need if I want to make a smoky cocktail?
If you want to make a smoky cocktail, you'll need a few specific drinks and ingredients to achieve that desired smoky flavor. Here are some suggestions:
- Whisky: Choose a whisky with a smoky character, such as an Islay whisky. These whiskies are usually distilled with peat, which gives them that characteristic smoky flavor.
- Mezcal: Mezcal is a strong spirit from Mexico, similar to tequila but with a smokier taste. Choose a mezcal with a high smokiness level to add that desired smoky touch to your cocktail.
- Smoking wood or smoked salt: If you want to add an extra smoky flavor to your cocktail, you can experiment with smoking wood or smoked salt. Add a small piece of smoking wood to your cocktail shaker and shake it well. It will give your cocktail a subtle smoky flavor. Smoked salt can also be used to rim the glass for an extra smoky touch.
- Smoky infusions: You can also make your own smoky infusions to add to your cocktails. For example, you can add smoke flavor to a simple syrup by steeping a piece of smoking wood in the syrup. This gives your cocktail a delicious smoky aroma and flavor.
Examples of smoky cocktail recipes
Now that you know which drinks and ingredients you need, it's time to learn how to make a smoky cocktail. Here are 5 delicious recipes to start with:
- Smoky Old Fashioned:
- 60 ml smoky whisky
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 sugar cube
- An orange slice and cherry for garnish
Place the sugar cube in a glass and mix it with the Angostura bitters. Add a few ice cubes and pour the smoky whisky over it. Stir gently and garnish with an orange slice and a cherry.
- Smoky Mezcal Margarita:
- 60 ml smoky mezcal
- 30 ml fresh lime juice
- 15 ml agave syrup
- Sea salt for the rim of the glass
- A slice of lime for garnish
Put some sea salt on a small plate. Take a cocktail glass and moisten the rim with a slice of lime. Dip the rim of the glass in the sea salt to create a salt rim. Then add the smoky mezcal, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup to a shaker filled with ice. Shake well and pour into the cocktail glass. Garnish with a slice of lime.
- Smoke and mirrors: A smoky cocktail with a twist.
- 45 ml smoky whisky
- 15 ml sweet vermouth
- 10 ml maraschino liqueur
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- A caramelized orange slice for garnish
For this cocktail, start by filling a glass with ice. Add the smoky whisky, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur, and orange bitters. Stir well and garnish with a caramelized orange slice.
- Campfire Negroni: A smoky variant of the classic Negroni.
- 30 ml smoky gin
- 30 ml red vermouth
- 30 ml Campari
- An orange slice for garnish
Fill a glass with ice and add the smoky gin, red vermouth, and Campari. Stir well and garnish with an orange slice.Eco-friendly straws for your smoky cocktailNow that you know how to make a smoky cocktail, you might want to think about the accompanying straws. Plastic straws are not only harmful to the environment but also don't fit the eco-friendly vibe of your cocktail.
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- Smokey Maple Sour: A sweet and smoky twist on the classic whisky sour.
- 60 ml smoky whisky
- 30 ml fresh lemon juice
- 15 ml maple syrup
- 1 egg white
- A slice of lemon for garnish
Start by adding the smoky whisky, fresh lemon juice, maple syrup, and egg white to a shaker. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds to whip up the egg white well. Then add ice to the shaker and shake again to cool the cocktail. Strain the cocktail into a glass and garnish with a slice of lemon.
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