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Flor de Piña

Flor de Piña

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Flor de Piña is a mezcal cocktail inspired by the tropical flavors of Oaxaca. It combines the smoky intensity of mezcal with the natural sweetness of fresh pineapple and a citrus touch that balances the blend.

Author
Del Maguey Team
Date
July 19, 2022

Ingredients

45 mlVida de Muertos
15 mlLemon Juice
22 mlSimple Syrup
4 1-inch cubes of Pineapple (Muddled)
2 dashesCocoa Bitters
Grated Nutmeg Garnish (optional)
Servings

Instructions

  1. Chill a coupe glass or lowball glass.
  2. Add the mezcal, pineapple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
  3. Add ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
  4. Strain (double strain for a cleaner texture) into the chilled glass.
  5. Garnish with a pineapple leaf or an edible flower to reinforce the "Pineapple Flower" concept.

 

What Is the Flor de Piña Cocktail?

Flor de Piña is a mezcal cocktail inspired by the tropical flavors of Oaxaca. It combines the smoky intensity of mezcal with the natural sweetness of fresh pineapple and a citrus touch that balances the blend.

Its name refers both to the fruit and to Oaxacan tradition (including the iconic “Flor de Piña” dance), evoking freshness, color, and character in every sip.

It is a vibrant, aromatic drink, perfectly balanced between sweet, sour, and smoky notes.

Tips to Perfect Flor de Piña

More smoky character: use a mezcal with a more intense flavor profile.

More tropical version: add 10 ml of orange liqueur.

Spicy touch: incorporate a thin slice of jalapeño chili into the shaker.

More texture: replace part of the syrup with agave nectar.

Flavor Profile of Flor de Piña cocktail

  • Sweet and fresh pineapple on the entry
  • Bright citrus mid-palate
  • Dry finish with smoky and slightly earthy notes

An ideal cocktail for sunny afternoons, special events

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Flor de Piña FAQ

Any expression works — the recipe lists our recommendation. Vida Clásico and Vida Puebla are approachable, versatile choices for most cocktails, while single village expressions like Chichicapa or Tobalá add more distinctive character.
Del Maguey mezcales are balanced rather than aggressively smoky. In a cocktail, the smoke softens into a warm, roasted-agave depth — citrus, sweetness, and dilution round it out, so the drink stays bright and easy to enjoy.
We recommend freshly squeezed every time. Bottled juice loses the aromatic oils and bright acidity that balance the mezcal, and the difference is easy to taste in a three- or four-ingredient recipe.
Yes. Agave syrup and simple syrup are usually interchangeable, most orange liqueurs can stand in for each other, and garnishes are flexible. Keep the mezcal, the citrus, and the proportions, and the drink will hold together.
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