Pastry War Margarita

Serve in a Coupe glass...
1	fl oz	Patrón Reposado (orange seal) 100% agave tequila
½	fl oz	Del Maguey VIDA de San Luis del Rio 100% agave blanco mezcal
½	fl oz	Montenegro Amaro Premiata Specialita
½	fl oz	St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur
½	fl oz	Freshly squeezed lime juice
1	pinch	Salt

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How to make:

SHAKE all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass.

Garnish:

Lime wedge

Comment:

Mezcal, amaro, elderflower liqueur and salt add attitude and complexity to this Margarita-styled cocktail.

About:

Adapted from a drink discovered at Bastille Cafe & Bar, Seattle, USA.

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