Oaxaca Old Fashioned

Today’s clever cocktail comes to us from New York barman Phil Ward when he was managing Death and Co. It is a wonderfully balanced combination of Reposado Tequila and Mezcal.  This smoky, spicy take on the Old Fashioned is a nice option to the traditional lime and citrus driven tequila drinks. Cheers!

Oaxaca Old Fashioned

In a large Old Fashioned glass with ice add:

  • 1 1/2 Ounces Reposado Tequila
  • 1/2 Ounce Mezcal (the smokier the better)
  • 1 Teaspoon Agave Nectar
  • 1 to 2 Dashes Bittermens Xocolatl Mole Bitters (substitute any chocolate bitters)

Stir ingredients gently to chill. Garnish with a wide swath of orange peel (flamed optional).