Cocktail
Oaxaca Old Fashioned
How to make an Oaxaca Old Fashioned - the smoky agave take on the classic with Tequila Reposado and mezcal. Savory, complex and wonderfully smoky.
5 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
TumblerGlass
1Serving(s)
The Oaxaca Old Fashioned brings the smoky world of mezcal into a timeless classic. Tequila Reposado forms the savory foundation, a splash of mezcal provides depth and smoke. A modern agave cocktail with plenty of character.
Instructions
- Add tequila, mezcal, agave nectar and Angostura to the mixing glass.
- Fill with ice cubes and stir cold for about 20 seconds.
- Strain into a tumbler with a large ice cube.
- Express an orange zest over the glass.
- Briefly flame the zest and drop it into the glass.
Garnish: Flamed orange zest
Pro tip: Briefly flame the orange zest over a flame before it goes into the glass - this enhances the smoky note of the mezcal.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Oaxaca Old Fashioned come from?
It was created in 2007 by bartender Phil Ward in New York and named after the Mexican mezcal state of Oaxaca.
Can I use only tequila without mezcal?
Then the characteristic smoky note is missing. The mezcal portion is what makes this drink appealing.
What can I replace the agave nectar with?
A simple syrup works too, but agave nectar matches the agave spirit better in flavor.
Ingredients
- Tequila Reposado4.5 cl
- Mezcal1.5 cl
- Agave nectar1 cl
- Angostura bitters2 dashes
- Orange zest1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
