The Helena Cocktail
Pechuga, pineapple juice and a little spice form this unique sipper from Dave Witton of Villains Tavern. 2 oz. pechuga3/4 oz. pineapple juice3/4 oz….
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Oaxacan Ice Water
Combining mezcal with citrus and agave nectar, this simple cocktail is as refreshing as it sounds. 1 1/2 oz. mezcal1 oz. fresh lemon juice1/2…
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An Italian classic gets a Mexican makeover with the addition of mezcal in this winsome aperitif from Texas bar owner, Rob Pate.
Read MoreThe Other Word Cocktail
2 oz. mezcal1/4 oz. yellow Chartreuse1 oz. fresh lime juice1/4 oz. agave nectar1 barspoon maraschino liqueurTools: shaker, strainerGlass: rocks Combine all ingredients and shake…
Read MoreLos Muertos Cocktail
Using an aged mezcal makes all the difference in this sophisticated sipper from Raul Yrastorza of Los Angeles’ Las Perlas. 2 oz. reposado mezcal1…
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The Rosita Cocktail
A tequila-based relative of the Negroni.
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The Olympic Cocktail
2 oz. VSOP Cognac 1 oz. fresh orange juice 3⁄4 oz. Clement Creole Shrubb 2 dashes Fee Bros. orange bitters Tools: shaker, strainer Glass:…
Read MoreTequila Sunrise
This classic tequila cocktail recipe is believed to at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel in the late 1930s or early 40s.
Read MoreGypsy Cocktail
Dating to the mid-1930s, the Gypsy demonstrates vodka’s utility in drinks with strongly flavored liqueurs; here, the spirit’s neutrality gives the potent flavor of…
Read MoreHoney Bear
This is a delicious riff of a classic Moscow Mule, using a honey vodka and some mint to add extra layers of flavor. 1…
Read MoreLong Island Iced Tea
The iconic 1970s-era concoction is a heavy-hitting mix of just about every hard spirit you’d find in any bar’s well.
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La Perla
The deep fruitiness of reposado tequila meets the richness of an elegant pear liqueur.
Read MoreMaximillian Affair
1 oz. mezcal1 oz. St-Germain elderflower liqueur1/2 oz. Punt e Mes1/4 oz. fresh lemon juiceTools: shaker, strainerGlass: cocktailGarnish: lemon twist Combine the mezcal, elderflower…
Read MoreSmoking Cinnamon Cocktail
A stick of smoldering cinnamon imbues this almost tropical cocktail with a wisp of spicy smoke. 1 stick cinnamon1 oz. aged rum1 oz. pineapple…
Read MoreFrench Armada
A beer cocktail from a Boston bar makes complete sense, and this one takes the concept to new heights.
Read MoreMeyer Lemon Blossom
A touch of honey add just the right amount of sweetness to this bright and herbal cocktail. 1½ oz. gin1½ oz. fresh Meyer lemon…
Read MoreOaxacan Daisy
This simple yet flavorful cocktail beautifully blends the smokiness of mezcal with the bright sweetness of Meyer lemon juice. 1 1/2 oz. mezcal3/4 oz….
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