Cocktail
Naked and Famous
How to make a Naked and Famous - the smoky-bitter cocktail of mezcal, Aperol, Chartreuse and lime. Simple equal-parts recipe.
4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)
The Naked and Famous is a modern classic from New York: four ingredients in equal parts, perfectly balanced between smoky, bitter, herbal and sour. Mezcal, Aperol, Chartreuse and lime make a fascinatingly complex flavor profile. A drink for explorers.
Instructions
- Add mezcal, Aperol, yellow Chartreuse and lime juice to a shaker.
- Fill with ice cubes.
- Shake hard for about 15 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
- Serve without garnish or, if desired, refine with a lime zest.
Garnish: No garnish needed
Pro tip: Stick exactly to equal parts - the balance of smoky, bitter, herbal and sour is the whole secret of this modern classic.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Naked and Famous come from?
The drink was created in 2011 by bartender Joaquin Simo at the New York bar Death and Co and is considered a modern classic.
What is yellow Chartreuse?
Yellow Chartreuse is a French herbal liqueur with a honey-like sweetness and a complex herbal note, milder than green Chartreuse.
Can I use tequila instead of mezcal?
Yes, but then the smoky note that gives this drink its special character is missing.
Ingredients
- Mezcal2.25 cl
- Aperol2.25 cl
- Yellow Chartreuse2.25 cl
- Fresh lime juice2.25 cl
- Ice cubesas needed
