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La Pina

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Photo of pineapple mezcal cocktail recipe in a glass with pineapple leaf garnish.
Photo by Ren Fuller

Smoky mezcal, fresh pineapple juice, serrano chile, and cilantro—this is one of my favorite cocktails. The mezcal gives it some edge, and the pine­apple makes it easy drinking. 

Note: 

To make rich simple syrup, heat 1 part water and 2 parts sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Cool before using, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

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