In search of the ultimate strong sipper? This mezcal and whiskey cocktail ought to cure what ails you.
1 oz. mezcal
1 oz. rye whiskey
½ oz. Bénédictine
4 dashes Peychaud’s bitters
Tools: mixing glass, barspoon, strainer
Glass: Old Fashioned
Garnish: orange twist
Combine all ingredients and stir with ice. Strain over one large ice cube into a glass and garnish.
The Chestnut Club, Santa Monica, California