By Mike Perez (Death & Co LA, 2023)

Hazards of Love

"This cocktail is inspired by the classic Mexican Firing Squad, which itself is built like a tequila collins. My interpretation focuses more on vegetal notes with the addition of muddled, cucumber, absinthe, and a touch of pear brandy to help push the concept while keeping it fresh and slightly dry. Together, the mezcal and green chile vodka add spice and a very green flavor profile along with our house grenadine to keep it close to the original cocktail." —MP

1 ounce Del Maguey Chichicapa mezcal
¾ ounce St. George Spirits green chile vodka
¼ ounce Clear Creek pear brandy
¾ ounce grenadine
¾ ounce fresh lime juice
3 cucumber slices 
2 dashes Absinthe

Shake all the ingredients with ice, then double strain into a cocktail mug Collins glass. Fill the glass with crushed ice and garnish with the cucumber slices. Serve with a straw.