The Chihuahuan

Smoky brisket finds its soulmate in a smooth tequila-based cocktail from Richmond’s ZZQ.

Photo courtesy of ZZQ.

1 ½ ounces Hacienda de Chihuahua Sotol Plata tequila

½ ounce Green Chartreuse

¾ ounces pineapple gomme syrup

¾ ounces lime juice 1 spoon habanero tincture (or less to taste) 3 muddled

½-inch cucumber slices

Mix all ingredients, shake and serve over ice. Rim glass with mixture of chili and salt to taste. Garnish with a cucumber slice.


This recipe originally appeared in our April 2018 issue.

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