Power-Up Technique

POWER-UP TECHNIQUE

• 1 oz. / 30 ml. mezcal

• 1 oz. / 30 ml. tequila reposado

• ¾ oz. / 22.5 ml. fresh carrot juice

• ¾ oz. / 22.5 ml. fresh lime juice

• ½ oz. / 15 ml. jalapeño agave syrup

• black sea salt rim

METHOD
add all ingredients to shaker tin / shake with ice until chilled / strain into a black sea salt rimmed glass with fresh ice / garnish with a lime wheel or wedge

JALAPEÑO AGAVE SYRUP
1 part agave syrup
½ part water (Jordan did 1:1)
3–6 slices fresh jalapeño depending on spice level
heat on low until mixed / remove from heat and let sit for hours so jalapeño flavors incorporate / strain and bottle / refrigerate

ABOUT
This margarita was created by Jordan Hughes (@highproofpreacher) and is found in his book, “Twist.” It is just another example of how well carrot juice pairs with agave spirits. This one is earthy, a bit smoky, and spicy thanks to the jalapeño agave syrup. Cheers y’all!