Smoked Mezcal Old Fashioned: Elevate Your Whiskey & Tequila Nights

Take your home bar experience to the next level with the Smoked Mezcal Old Fashioned. Combining tequila, mezcal, and chocolate bitters with a subtle smoked orange peel, this cocktail is bold, complex, and perfect for sipping alongside smoked cheeses, charcuterie, gravlax, or even spiced nuts.

Why You’ll Love This Cocktail

• Bold & Smoky: Mezcal and smoked orange peel create a rich, smoky aroma that complements both tequila and whiskey.
• Perfect Pairings: Pairs beautifully with charcuterie, smoked cheeses, gravlax, and nuts.
• Easy to Make: Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor. Ideal for home bartenders looking for something unique.
• Showstopper Presentation: Smoking the orange peel adds a visual and aromatic wow factor.

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz tequila
• 0.5 oz mezcal
• Agave syrup to taste
• Chocolate bitters (a few dashes)
• Smoked orange peel for garnish
• Ice (large cube preferred)

Instructions

1. Mix Ingredients: In a mixing glass, combine tequila, mezcal, agave syrup, and chocolate bitters.
2. Chill & Stir: Add ice and stir until well-chilled.
3. Smoke It: Use the Smokpub to infuse smoke into the glass or over the orange peel for an aromatic experience.
4. Serve & Garnish: Strain into a rocks glass with a large ice cube. Express the smoked orange peel over the drink and drop it in as garnish.

Pro Tips for Your Smoked Mezcal Old Fashioned

• Cheese & Charcuterie: Complement your cocktail with smoked cheeses, nuts, or thinly sliced gravlax.
• Smoking Techniques: Lightly smoke the glass or the orange peel for 10–15 seconds to release aromatic oils.
• Sweetness Balance: Adjust agave syrup to your taste—enough to balance the smoky and bitter notes.

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