The Naked and Famous cocktail was created in 2011 in New York by renowned bartender Joaquin Simó. Working at the Death & Co bar, Simó wanted to create a balanced yet characterful drink using mezcal, which is increasingly popular in the modern cocktail world. The result is a cocktail that is both easy to prepare and aromatically rich thanks to its equal proportions.
This cocktail is actually inspired by the classic cocktail Paper Plane. The use of mezcal instead of the bourbon used in the Paper Plane gives the drink a smoky and earthy character. Aperol gives the cocktail a slightly sweet and orangey smoothness, while Yellow Chartreuse adds herbal and complex flavors. Lime juice balances all these flavors.
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Naked and Famous quickly became one of the favorites of modern cocktail bars. Especially since it was created at a time when mezcal was becoming popular around the world, this cocktail spread rapidly. Today, many bartenders consider this drink a modern classic and include it on their menus.
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Ingredients
Unit System
22 mlMezcal
22 mlAperol (Italian aperitif liqueur)
22 mlYellow Chartreuse (herbal French liqueur)
22 mlFresh lime juice
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Method
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Add plenty of ice into the shaker.
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Add Mezcal, Aperol, Yellow Chartreuse and fresh lime juice.
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Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
4
Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
5
Serve garnished with a lime peel, if desired.
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Bartender Tips
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The choice of mezcal is important - too much smoky mezcal can throw the cocktail out of balance.
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Squeeze the lime juice fresh - this is the most critical element in citrus cocktails.
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Shake vigorously - this cocktail needs good cooling and air.
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