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Oaxacan old fashioned served over a large ice cube in a rocks glass, amber in color, garnished with an expressed orange peel.

Oaxacan Old Fashioned

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A smoky twist on the old fashioned with reposado tequila, mezcal, and agave — rich, spirit-forward, and quietly intense.

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COCKTAIL RECIPE

Makes 1 cocktail

1 1/2 oz reposado tequila
1/2 oz mezcal
1/4 oz agave syrup
2 dashes Angostura bitters
1 dash orange bitters
Orange peel, for garnish

Add the tequila, mezcal, agave syrup, and both bitters to a mixing glass with ice and stir for 20-30 seconds, until well chilled and properly diluted. Strain over a large ice cube in a rocks glass, express an orange peel over the drink, and drop it in.

NOTES FROM THE BAR

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Why Reposado

Reposado tequila brings soft oak and warmth that mirrors bourbon, making it a natural base for an old fashioned–style drink.


Mezcal Balance

A small amount of mezcal adds gentle smoke without overpowering the cocktail. Keep it subtle so the drink stays balanced and refined.


Agave Syrup Tip

Agave syrup dissolves seamlessly and complements the tequila better than traditional simple syrup. A little goes a long way.


Ice Matters

A single large ice cube slows dilution and keeps the drink structured from first sip to last.

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