Originally called “Anthropology,” this Tamarind drink celebrates Southwestern and Mexican cultures, say the folks at The Smoky Note. As the holidays approach, they like to play with the ingredients, so don’t be surprised if come Autumn, you take a sip and think of baking spices. A torched cinnamon stick is the perfect garnish, as it releases tantalizing aromatics. Then they use their house-blend salt mix to balance it all out.
Significance of Tamarind in Mexican Cooking
Tamarind is a key ingredient in Mexican cuisine, valued for its unique sweet-tart flavor. It plays a significant role in various dishes and preparations. It’s a key ingredient in drinks such as “agua de tamarindo,” a refreshing, sweet-tart beverage that’s especially popular in the summer. Tamarind is also appreciated for its nutritional benefits. It contains vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and is believed to aid in digestion and support overall health.
A Fun, Southwestern Tamarind Drink, The Tamarind Sour Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ½ oz Mezcal
- ¾ oz Tamarindo cocktail syrup
- ¾ oz lemon juice
- 3 dashes of spicy bitters
- Red chile salt mix, to drape the glass
- Torched cinnamon stick and lemon wedge, to garnish
Tamarind Preparation Instructions
- Place the mezcal, tamarindo cocktail syrup, lemon juice and spicy bitters in a shaker.
- Strain into a rocks glass draped with red chile salt mix and garnish with a torched cinnamon stick and lemon wedge.
Recipe by The Smoky Note / Styling by Anna Franklin / Photography by Dave Bryce
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