Mexican Indira Horchata

Nissa creates a slight horchata vibe with this drink by using a little Mango & Coconut Rose Horchata. She also melds the flavors of India and Mexico which for us is reminiscent of the Ataulfo. Mangoes (as well as hibiscus and tamarind) made their way to Mexico from India and are now a staple in Mexican cuisine. The Ataulfo is one of the closet relative to the mangoes that originally made their way over from India. They also happen to have a delightful caramel sweetness with a tinge of habanero spice essence and a buttery and creamy consistency that will make the shrub and thus the drink, even silkier. The final result of the cocktail where she uses a interesting Gin – Sipsong Indiria and a vegetal-centric mezcal- Vida (Organic)– is a weird exaggeration of both a Mexican horchata and an Indian but with a much boozier, silkier and creamier finish. Yes, the drink has a lot going on, but, once it settles, it masquerades like a beautiful (unlikely) couple holding hands and walking down the streets of New Delhi or Mexico City. It’s simultaneously refreshing and intoxicating and feels very much like love!