How higher to welcome the arrival of summer time correct than with a refreshing champagne cocktail with a spicy Mexican twist?
Clandestine
Serves 1
40ml añejo tequila – we use Casamigos
10ml mezcal – we use Casamigos Mezcal Joven
15ml elderflower liqueur – we use St-Germain
15ml lime juice
1 purple chicken’s eye chilli, sliced, plus just a few further slices to garnish (non-compulsory)
About 100ml champagne, to high – we use Veuve Clicquot Brut
Measure the tequila, mezcal, elderflower liqueur and lime juice right into a shaker, drop within the sliced chilli, if utilizing, and add a beneficiant handful of ice. Arduous shake for 15-20 seconds, to relax and dilute, then double pressure right into a highball glass. Add ice, high up together with your favorite champagne, garnish with a few slices of recent chilli and serve instantly.