We all know and love the classics—but on vacation in Mexico, you shall try something different. At NIZUC, we have several signature cocktails, created by our incredible resort mixologists and here, it’s always cocktail hour.

Every cocktail is made with fresh ingredients and the best liquors, with a particular focus on quality mezcal and tequila. We’ll let you here some little secrets of our special ingredients like the hibiscus syrup or delicious & little spicy habanero or the Serrano and ginger syrup. We include this type of chilis which are native to the Yucatan Peninsula & central Mexico to add an extra bit of spice that makes all the difference.

So bring cocktails and the gorgeous ocean from Bar A’Kan to your home and enjoy this signature cocktail recipe:

IK Margarita

1/drink- Bar Akan

Ingredients

2 oz.  of Silver Tequila Centenario, 1 oz. Of Habanero-infused simple syrup*, 1 oz. fresh lime juice, ¾ oz. triple sec, chili powder and salt for rim

Procedure

*To prepare the Habanero Chili syrup

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 Habanero chile, helved

1. Combine the water and the sugar in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves. 
2. Add the habanero chili and continue to heat, bringing the syrup to a light boil
3. Cover, reduce heat, and allow to simmer for about 15 minutes
4. Remove from the heat and allow to cool and steep in the covered pan for about 1 hour or until it reaches your preferred taste.
5. Strain out the habanero and bottle under a tight seal. Store in the refrigerator, it should keep for about two weeks

• Rim your favorite glass with chili powder and salt and set aside.

• Pour the Tequila, lime juice, habanero syrup and triple sec into a cocktail shaker and add a handful of ice cubes.

• Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds. Create your own rhythm, feel free to dance and have fun!

Assembly

• Strain the preparation into the rimmed glass full of ice and add a lime wedge with a slice of habanero as a garnish.

Now you are ready to treat yourself to a refreshing cocktail!

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