It’s hard to improve on a quality Margarita, but mezcal, fresh mint, and homemade strawberry-rhubarb syrup certainly don't hurt! Sometimes, simple syrups made with fresh berries can be cloying, so try balancing yours with a splash of Aperol…
Read MorePlace rosemary in a rocks glass and add 151 rum. Ignite and roast the rosemary for about 8 seconds then smother. Add Amaro Montenegro, rosé and ice then stir to chill. Top with more ice if needed.
Read MoreI’m always a sucker for a good Sazerac variation. Then if Laphroaig is also involved... I can’t not make the thing! Pulled this one out of the ol’ Death & Company book; which is every home bartender’s bible.
Read MoreThere are a lot of different flavors zipping around in this energetic cocktail. Originally created by Julia Momose of Chicago, the Electron combines earthy carrot juice and pink peppercorns with cinnamon and bright, fresh citrus. All these vibrant flavors intertwine with smokey mezcal and make for a dynamic sipping experience.
Read MoreThe Painkiller was first made in the British Virgin Island’s with Pusser’s Navy Rum. You may have noticed it on several menus with the numbers #2, #3 and #4 after the title, which indicates how many ounces of rum are used.
Read MoreSome have yet to discover this fact, but mezcal and coffee make an incredible pair. The “Canijillo” cocktail is a simple one, yet certainly not lacking in depth or flavor.
Read MoreEveryone loves a good tiki cocktail… even Vikings.
Admittedly, Viking Tiki isn’t a thing just yet. But, for fans of the traditional Nordic spirit aquavit, it certainly seems like a reasonable development.
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