Oaxaca Old Fashioned

By Thrillist

Published on 8/17/2017 at 10:32 AM

Here is a variation of a variation, with the flavorful combo of Don Julio Reposado Tequila, Mezcal Unión and a few dashes of habanero-spiked tincture bringing a new wrinkle to the Oaxaca Old Fashioned, a craft-cocktail staple ever since it was created in 2007. The spirits deliver floral notes along with a hint of smokiness and white pepper, while the habanero ramps up the heat. Bitters and mellow agave syrup round it all off. 

Oaxaca Old Fashioned

FLAVOR PROFILE
Sweet, Spicy
STRENGTH
DIFFICULTY
easy

INGREDIENTS

  • .75 oz Don Julio Reposado Tequila
  • .5 oz Mezcal Unión
  • orange bitters
  • 2 dashes Habanero tincture
  • .25 oz Agave Syrup

INSTRUCTIONS

Step one

Combine all ingredients in rocks glass with one large ice cube.

Step two

Stir until well chilled, garnish with orange zest.

Contributed by Zach Lynch