White Negroni Pina Colada

A refreshing collision of drink worlds from LA bartender Chris Amirault where bittersweet and tropical meet 🍍🥥🍹
The mezcal lends notes of citrus zest and smoke that works nicely with the tropical pineapple (juice) and coconut (liqueur) flavors. The gentian-based Suze adds a nice bittersweet undercurrent and the zippy fresh lemon juice helps integrate the flavors. A dash of Angostura to garnish lends some tropical spice aromas
1 oz Mezcal (Espadin variety)
.5 oz Suze (Gentian based aperitif from France with floral aromas, bittersweet flavors, and a brilliant yellow color)
.5 oz Coconut Liqueur (Kalani, Mahina)
.75 oz Fresh Pineapple Juice
.5 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
.25 oz Simple Syrup (equal parts sugar and water; stir until dissolved)
Shake with ice and strain into a chilled double rocks or Mai Tai glass filled with ice. Garnish with several dashes of Angostura bitters and a swizzle stick
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