Mezcal Cocktails

Our go-to cocktail recipes featuring herbal, savory, smoky mezcal.

Mezcal Cocktails

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Domo Arigato (Mezcal and Ginger Cocktail)

A slightly savory mezcal drink made with a few drops of sesame oil.
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Sassy Flower (Hibiscus-Rosemary Mezcal Cocktail)

Tangy hibiscus tea is steeped with rosemary, which helps to draw out the woodsy side of mezcal in this cocktail.
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Last of the Oaxacans

Savory mezcal works wonders in a spicy Last Word.
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Tobacco Road

This surprisingly light-bodied drink captures hints of meat, salt, and anise.
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Sierra Madre Sunrise

An earthy and cinnamon-y mezcal drink, made with Aperol and fresh lemon.
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Marrakesh Express (Pomegranate Mezcal Cocktail With Harissa)

A softly frothy drink with mezcal, pomegranate, and harissa.

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Paloma Point (Mezcal Negroni With Grapefruit)

Americano meets Paloma.
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Basil Cranberry Julep

Mezcal gets friendly with cranberry and basil.
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All Betts Are Off

Mezcal, herbal Yellow Chartreuse, and white vermouth come together in this smoky cocktail.
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Tres Coops

A frothy egg-enriched cocktail spiked with ginger liqueur.
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Spicy Aztec Hot Chocolate With Chili, Cinnamon, and Mezcal

This spicy, mezcal-spiked drink is inspired by traditional Mexican hot chocolate.
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Frozen Mezcal Palomas

Bright, tart, savory, and a little smoky, this frozen cocktail is a new favorite.
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Jewel of Oaxaca

A deliciously fruity and earthy mezcal cocktail that starts with grilled mango.
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Martini Oaxaqueño (Mezcal Dirty Martini With Castelvetrano Olives)

Bright, briny, and refreshing, with a delicate touch of smoke.
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Napoleon's Loss from 1534

Ginger-agave syrup gives this tequila cocktail a sweet and spicy bite.
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Mezcal Mary With Roasted Jalapeño and Bacon

A savory, spicy Bloody Mary flavored with jalapeño and smoky mezcal.
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El Derby Ahumado (Basil Julep With Cucumber, Jalapeño, and Mezcal)

The julep, as it might be done south of the border.
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No. 8

Ginger liqueur gives this Paloma variation a spicy kick.
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The McQueen

A touch of Ardbeg 10-year adds intense smokiness to this Scotch and mezcal cocktail, garnished with a twist of flamed flamed grapefruit.
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Beloved's Allsorts Inc.

It's simultaneously grassy, sweet, fruity, spicy, and sour.
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Winny De Puh

A better-than-lemonade cocktail that alternates between sweet-tart and smoky.
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Schrodinger's Cat

Mezcal and bourbon get an infusion of fruity flavor from tart lemon juice and sweet fresh peaches.
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La Palabra

A smoky, funky, complex drink that starts herbal and finishes with notes of bitter citrus.
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Flor de Muertos

Fresh lime juice and Velvet Falernum add brightness to this dusky, smoky drink.
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Señor Brown Cocktail

Smoky mezcal and bright apple soda make a surprisingly complex duo.
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Brush of the Bush

Fragrant leaf of sage, smoky mezcal, and savory añejo tequila combine for an intensely aromatic drink.
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Good Cork from Mayahuel

A stiff whiskey-drinker's cocktail with a smoky twist.
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Rodeo Ghost from West of Pecos

This smoky negroni variation substitutes Zucca Amaro for Campari, and mezcal for gin.
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Grilled Tomato and Toasted Chili Cocktail

Fresh tomatoes and lime juice brighten up this toasted chili–laced drink.
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Remontel Toddy

Combat cold days with smoky mezcal, herbal-anisey Green Chartreuse, ginger beer, and mole bitters.