Oaxaca Old Fashioned is a modern reinterpretation of the classic Old Fashioned cocktail with a Mexican twist. Tequila and mezcal combine with the natural sweetness of agave syrup and bitters for a smoky, rich and balanced drink.
The Oaxaca Old Fashioned is considered one of the most successful reinterpretations of the modern cocktail world. Created in 2007 by bartender Phil Ward at the famous Death & Co bar in New York City. Inspired by Mexican spirits, Ward wanted to reimagine the classic Old Fashioned formula with a different character. The result is this unique cocktail combining tequila and mezcal.
The cocktail takes its name from the Oaxaca region of Mexico. Oaxaca is a region known worldwide for its mezcal production and is considered the cultural center of the drink. The smoky character of mezcal, combined with the softer, vanilla notes of reposado tequila, gives the cocktail a deep and complex flavor. Agave syrup balances these strong flavors in a natural way.
“True character emerges when you dare to step out of the ordinary.”
The Oaxaca Old Fashioned has quickly become an icon in modern bar culture. Its creation of a new character with different spirits while preserving the traditional cocktail formula is a good example of modern mixology. Today, it is considered a modern classic in many cocktail bars and has become an indispensable choice, especially for mezcal lovers.
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Ingredients
Unit System
45 mlReposado Tequila
15 mlMezcal
10 mlAgave Syrup
2 dashesAngostura Bitters
1 orangepeel
Bigice cube
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Method
1
Fill an old fashioned glass with a large ice cube.
2
Add reposado tequila, mezcal and agave syrup.
3
Drizzle with Angostura bitters.
4
Chill the cocktail by stirring gently with a bar spoon.
5
Squeeze the orange peel over the glass to release the flavor and add as a garnish.
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Bartender Tips
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Keep the amount of mezcal in balance - too much can make the cocktail too smoky.
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Use agave syrup - it provides the most natural sweet balance in tequila-based cocktails.
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Don't forget to squeeze the orange peel - the aromatic oils add depth to the cocktail.
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