Mezcal Recipes

Last of the Oaxacans

Savory mezcal works wonders in a spicy Last Word.

Sierra Madre Sunrise

An earthy and cinnamon-y mezcal drink, made with Aperol and fresh lemon.

Domo Arigato (Mezcal and Ginger Cocktail)

A slightly savory mezcal drink made with a few drops of sesame oil.

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.

Tobacco Road

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

Paloma Point (Mezcal Negroni With Grapefruit)

Americano meets Paloma.

Frozen Mezcal Palomas

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

Napoleon's Loss from 1534

Ginger-agave syrup gives this tequila cocktail a sweet and spicy bite.

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.

Martini Oaxaqueño (Mezcal Dirty Martini With Castelvetrano Olives)

Bright, briny, and refreshing, with a delicate touch of smoke.

El Derby Ahumado (Basil Julep With Cucumber, Jalapeño, and Mezcal)

The julep, as it might be done south of the border.

Marrakesh Express (Pomegranate Mezcal Cocktail With Harissa)

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

Flor de Muertos

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

Jewel of Oaxaca

A deliciously fruity and earthy mezcal cocktail that starts with grilled mango.

Basil Cranberry Julep

Mezcal gets friendly with cranberry and basil.

All Betts Are Off

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

Schrodinger's Cat

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

Spicy Aztec Hot Chocolate With Chili, Cinnamon, and Mezcal

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

La Condesa's Ahumado Seco

Mezcal Mary With Roasted Jalapeño and Bacon

A savory, spicy Bloody Mary flavored with jalapeño and smoky mezcal.

Tres Coops

A frothy egg-enriched cocktail spiked with ginger liqueur.

Beloved's Allsorts Inc.

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

Mayahuel's Rosa Amargo

Grapefruit liqueur gives this Negroni-inspired mezcal cocktail a tart twist.

No. 8

Ginger liqueur gives this Paloma variation a spicy kick.