Mexican Razor Blade
2 slices cucumber
2 oz mezcal
1 oz lime juice
3⁄4 oz simple syrup
1 slice cucumber, for garnish
Cayenne pepper, for garnish
Add cucumber, mezcal, lime juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker. Muddle to release cucumber juices. Add ice, shake vigorously for 20 seconds. Strain into a glass (salt the rim if desired). Garnish by floating a cucumber slice on top and sprinkling with a small amount of cayenne pepper.