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Polar Bear Cocktail Recipe

Polar Bear Cocktail Recipe

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The Polar Bear Cocktail blends smoky mezcal with herbal, sweet, and botanical notes for an unforgettable experience. A flavorful journey that balances tradition and creativity in every sip.

Date
March 18, 2024

Ingredients

44 mlof Mezcal
22 mlblanc vermouth
15 mlcreme de menthe
6 dropsangelica tincture
Servings

Instructions

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice to chill.
  2. Pour 44 ml of Del Maguey Vida Muertos Mezcal, 22 ml blanc vermouth, 15 ml creme de menthe, and 6 drops of the angelica tincture into the glass.
  3. Stir the mixture gently until well-chilled.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
  5. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a lemon twist for an extra touch of elegance.
Creamy white cocktail served in a martini glass with a shredded coconut rim and a small coconut slice garnish against a dark background.

Ingredients and Step by Step to Make the Angelica Tincture

Creating your own angelica tincture is a simple process that adds a unique, herbal depth to your cocktails. While you can purchase it, we recommend crafting your own Angelica Tincture for the most personalized touch:

Ingredients:

  • 59 ml ounces dried angelica root
  • 15 ml Everclear

Step by Step:

  • Combine the dried angelica root and Everclear in a Mason jar.
  • Seal the jar tightly and let it stand for 48 hours, away from direct sunlight.
  • Twice a day, give the jar a gentle shake to mix the ingredients.
  • After 48 hours, strain the mixture through a coffee filter.
  • Transfer the filtered tincture to a dropper bottle for easy use.

Polar Bear Recipe Step by Step

Variations on the Polar Bear Cocktail

Here are some variations of the Polar Bear Cocktail:

Herbal Polar Bear

You can substitute the blanc vermouth with a dry vermouth and add a dash of green Chartreuse for an herbaceous kick.

Frosty Bear

Replace the creme de menthe with creme de cacao for a chocolatey twist. Perfect for those who prefear sweeter cocktails. We recommend adding crushed ice in a blender and drinking this version as if it were a frozen shake.

Spicy Bear

Add a slice of jalapeño or a dash of chili tincture to the mix for those who like it hot. It is no secret that spiciness and smokiness mix perfectly.

Arctic Bear

 Use a splash of coconut cream and a pinch of sea salt instead of creme de menthe for a creamy, savory version.

Best Mezcal to Pair with the Polar Bear Cocktail

Del Maguey Vida Muertos Mezcal stands out as a perfect selection for the Polar Bear cocktail. Its lively, smoky, and fruity essence beautifully enhances the cocktail’s herbal and botanical notes, taking the drink to unparalleled levels.

If you are looking for more recipes, check out our page with the best cocktails made with mezcal.

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What Is Polar Bear Cocktail?

Crafted combining with the smokiness of Mezcal, herbal, sweet, and botanical notes for an unforgettable taste experience we present to you the Polar Bear Cocktail.

This recipe promises to deliver a delightful adventure that journeys through flavors and traditions with the Polar Bear Cocktail

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Polar Bear Cocktail Recipe 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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