The Money Maker
3 parts mint-infused tequila, see note
½ part quality raspberry liqueur
¼ part Branca Menta
1½ parts fresh lemon juice
½ part simple syrup
1 egg white
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass. Dry shake, without ice, to combine. Add ice, shake well and strain into an Old-Fashioned glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a mint sprig.
Serves one.
Bar note: For the infusion, combine 4 ounces rinsed mint with 500 ml premium tequila; cover and set at room temperature 1 hour. Strain before using.
Mixologist Charles Joly, The Drawing Room. Chicago for Hornitos Tequila