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Smokin’ Hopstail
Smokin’ Hopstail is a grilled beer cocktail finished with Mezcal and lime. Think of it as a Bloody Maria inspired by summer grilling!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Yields: 1; 8-ounce cocktail
Glassware: Collins glass or pint glass
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Ingredients
- 1 ounce Mezcal
- 1 lime, halved
- 2 dried Guajillo chili peppers, cut open, stems and seeds removed
- 1/2 ounces agave nectar, or substitute honey
- 3 ounces West Coast Style IPA, suggest Fat Head’s Head Hunter
Directions
Heat grill to medium-high. While grill is heating, toast chilies using tongs, turning frequently, until pliable and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Do not char or burn the chilies.
In a shaker glass add toasted Guajillo with the agave nectar and muddle until broken up. Add Mezcal, juice from half of lime and ice. Shake and strain into a Collins glass over ice. Top with IPA. Garnish with lime.
