Little Wings
A beautifully balanced mezcal cocktail with notes of smoke, citrus, and soft floral sweetness. The Aperol adds gentle bitterness while cucumber and elderflower bring a fresh, elegant lift — light enough for summer but layered enough to sip year-round.
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Ingredients
¾ oz mezcal
¾ oz elderflower liqueur
¾ oz Aperol
¾ oz lime juice
2 cucumber slices
Instructions
Place a coupe glass in the freezer to chill.
Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice.
Shake for 10–15 seconds, until well chilled.
Double strain into the chilled coupe glass.
Garnish with a cucumber ribbon.
Notes from the Bar
Balance
The interplay between mezcal and Aperol gives this drink its smoky-sweet harmony. The elderflower rounds out any sharpness with subtle floral depth.
Cucumber
Fresh cucumber adds a cooling note that balances the warmth of the mezcal. Muddle lightly for extra aroma.
Glassware
Serve in a coupe glass to highlight the cocktail’s amber hue and delicate presentation.
Garnish
A cucumber ribbon adds an elegant, minimalist finish.
Seasonal Tip
This cocktail works beautifully as a transition between summer and fall, refreshing but with smoky complexity.
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Kevin & Kate
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