Smokestack Lightning

Serve in a Coupe glass...
1¾	fl oz	Patron Reposado Tequila
¼	fl oz	Lagavulin 16yo Islay single malt whisky
½	fl oz	AquaRiva agave syrup
¾	fl oz	Freshly squeezed lime juice

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How to make:

SHAKE all ingredients with ice and fine strain with ice.

Garnish:

Lime wedge

Comment:

Margarita-like with a wisp of Islay smoke.

About:

Created in 2009 by yours truly (Simon Difford) for Tales of the Cocktail 2009.

Nutrition:

There are approximately 180 calories in one serving of Smokestack Lightning.

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