La Quebrada Spritz

Mezcal is known to be bold and smoky in flavor – it catches the attention of adventurous drinkers. Aperol is the sweet & orange mistress of spritzers of all types.  Why would we recommend bringing them together? Because we think the Mezcal will get your party stared while the Aperol sweetens and softens it a bit. The proof will be on the dance floor. 

Photo & Recipe Credit: PUNCH

1 ounce crema de mezcal
3/4 ounce Aperol
1/2 ounce fresh grapefruit juice
4 ounces sparkling wine

Express grapefruit twist and place at the bottom of an empty wine glass.
Add five ice cubes.
Combine mezcal, Aperol and grapefruit juice in a tin and shake.
Double-strain into wine glass over ice.
Top with sparkling wine.