It’s our official countdown to National Mezcal Day with Bozal Mezcal.

More popular than ever, Mezcal is the spirit adding a bit of smoke and spice to cocktails these days. Traditionally made, craft spirits are consistently sought after by today’s consumers and mezcal fits the bill. It’s often hand-crafted in single villages and passed down by generations of families who use traditional production methods.

3 Badge Beverage Corporation portfolio spans impressive spirits including Mezcal. Its line of Mezcals is a great example of how tradition and quality have led to the creation of a sought-after spirit.

We asked three of our top bartenders from the Chilled 100 to create a craft cocktail using Bozal Ensamble Mezcal—a slightly smoky and herbaceous flavor profile. We’re continuing our countdown to National Mezcal Day on October 21st with Washington D.C. bartender Shaun Stewart’s cocktail, Mercedes Martinez, made with Bozal Ensamble Mezcal.

 

 

 

Chilled 100 Member Shaun Stewart

Washington, D.C.

@shaunpointonepercenter/ Facebook.com/mercwitamouth

Mercedes Martinez

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 oz Bozal Ensamble Mezcal
• 3/4 oz Brovo Jammy Sweet Vermouth
• 1/2 oz Don Ciccio & Figli Carricofo Apertivo
• Bar spoon Leopold Bros. Maraschino Liqueur

Preparation: Add all ingredients to mixing glass. Add ice and stir for 10 seconds. Strain into coupe glass. Garnish with winged lemon peel.