Story
Cacao and orange are a classic pairing — warm, aromatic, and deep.
Mezcal gives the drink a smoky backbone, while worm salt adds a subtle savory counterpoint.
This is a slow, velvety cocktail made for late nights.
RECIPES / Drinks
Cacao-Naranja Mezcal Flip with Worm Salt
From Oaxaca to your glass — a Don Catrin recipe.
Ingredients.
Made with
Worm Salt.
Meet your finishing touch ↗Make it.
- Dry shake all ingredients if using egg, then shake with ice.
- Lightly rim a coupe with worm salt.
- Strain into the glass.
To Serve
Garnish with grated cacao or orange zest.
Ritual
Let the first sip coat the palate — the salt makes the cacao linger.
Adapted from the existing Don Catrín recipe.
Notes & Variations
- Skip the egg for a lighter, glossy version.
Explore More
See all recipes in our Worm Salt Recipes collection.
New to the ritual? Read What is Worm Salt? and our deeper guide to Sal de Gusano: History, Flavor & Modern Gourmet Uses.
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Please enjoy responsibly.
