How to Make a Mambo Sun

Pineapple, lime and grenadine mix balance out the mezcal in this smoky, tropical cocktail at Neptunes Parlour.
by Catherine Currin

Balanced and delicious, the Mambo Sun is made with homemade grenadine and mezcal is a new staple. It’s a favorite at Neptunes Parlour, the underground bar recently reopened by husband and wife team Martin and Erin Wheeler.


How to Make Neptunes’ Mambo Sun


Mambo Sun Ingredients
2 3/4 ounces lime
1 ounce pineapple
3/4 ounce grenadine
1 ounce pineapple rum
1⁄2 ounce mezcal
Splash of club soda
Orange wedge

Directions: Shake, strain and serve over ice in a Collins glass rimmed with Tajin, salt and an orange wedge for garnish.