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Last of the Oaxacans

Savory mezcal works wonders in a spicy Last Word.

Nick Caruana

Martini Oaxaqueño (Mezcal Dirty Martini With Castelvetrano Olives)

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

Maggie Hoffman

Spicy Aztec Hot Chocolate With Chili, Cinnamon, and Mezcal

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

J. Kenji López-Alt

Napoleon's Loss from 1534

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

Jaclyn Einis

Sierra Madre Sunrise

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

Elana Lepkowski

Domo Arigato (Mezcal and Ginger Cocktail)

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

Maggie Hoffman

Paloma Point (Mezcal Negroni With Grapefruit)

Americano meets Paloma.

Maggie Hoffman

Marrakesh Express (Pomegranate Mezcal Cocktail With Harissa)

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

Maggie Hoffman

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.

The Serious Eats Team

Tobacco Road

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

Nick Caruana

Remontel Toddy

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

Nick Guy

Beloved's Allsorts Inc.

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

Jaclyn Einis

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.

Maggie Hoffman

Schrodinger's Cat

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

Michael J. Neff

No. 8

Ginger liqueur gives this Paloma variation a spicy kick.

Maggie Hoffman

Basil Cranberry Julep

Mezcal gets friendly with cranberry and basil.

Nick Caruana

Mezcal Mary With Roasted Jalapeño and Bacon

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

Niki Achitoff-Gray

Frozen Mezcal Palomas

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

Maggie Hoffman

Brush of the Bush

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

Maggie Hoffman

Jewel of Oaxaca

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

Elana Lepkowski

Flor de Muertos

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

Carrie Vasios Mullins

All Betts Are Off

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

Nick Caruana

Señor Brown Cocktail

Smoky mezcal and bright apple soda make a surprisingly complex duo.

Michael Dietsch

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

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

Daniel Gritzer

The Great Calabaza

Pumpkin butter adds a smooth texture to this fall twist on a margarita.

Autumn Giles

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