Verdant Agave Breeze

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Verdant Agave Breeze cocktail containing Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Chartreuse Green, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Fresh pressed pineapple juice, Freshly squeezed lime juice, Chilled water in a Coupe.

Curiada Ingredients

0.75 fl oz Del Maguey Vida Mezcal or alternative
0.75 fl oz Chartreuse Green or alternative
0.75 fl oz Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.75 fl oz Fresh pressed pineapple juice
0.75 fl oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
0.50 fl oz Chilled water

Directions

Add ice to shaker
Pour all ingredients into shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled coupe glass
Garnish with thyme sprig

Cocktail Description

A striking union of smoky mezcal and herbal complexity, the Verdant Agave Breeze transports you to a mystical Mexican forest floor after a spring rain.

This sophisticated cocktail balances the earthy, roasted agave notes from Del Maguey Vida with the botanical intensity of Green Chartreuse, while Luxardo Maraschino adds subtle cherry sweetness. Fresh pineapple juice contributes tropical brightness that dances with lime's acidity, creating a drink that's simultaneously smoky, herbaceous, tart, and subtly sweet. Perfect for sunset cocktail hours or as an impressive opener to a dinner party, it works beautifully with Mexican cuisine—particularly dishes featuring grilled vegetables, cochinita pibil, or mole. While it requires several specialty spirits, the preparation itself is straightforward: a simple shake and strain. The thyme garnish isn't merely decorative—its aroma complements the herbal notes in both the mezcal and Chartreuse, enhancing each sip.