cocktail Modern Classic
Oaxaca Old Fashioned
Served in an old-fashioned glass
Ingredients
- 45 ml Reposado tequila
- 15 ml Mezcal
- 10 ml Agave syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
Preparation
Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube. Flame an orange peel over the drink.
Garnish
Orange peel, flamed
Origin story
The Oaxaca Old Fashioned emerged in the early 21st century as a modern twist on the classic Old Fashioned, incorporating mezcal to highlight the flavors of Oaxaca, Mexico. It reflects the contemporary cocktail movement's embrace of artisanal spirits.