Smoked Mezcal Old Fashioned
A modern take on the classic Old Fashioned featuring smoky mezcal, maple syrup, and aromatic bitters for a complex, warming sip. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together smoked mezcal, maple syrup, orange bitters for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz smoked mezcal
- 0.75 oz maple syrup
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- 1 dash Angostura bitters
- 1 large ice cube
- for garnish orange twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a rocks glass, add 2 oz smoked mezcal, 0.75 oz maple syrup, 2 dashes orange bitters, and 1 dash Angostura bitters. Muddle gently for 10 seconds with a bar spoon to dissolve syrup and release bitters, being careful not to overwork.
- Step 2: Add 1 large ice cube and stir slowly for 30 seconds until the glass feels frosty to the touch.
- Step 3: Express the oils from an orange twist over the drink by twisting it above the glass, then drop it in as garnish.
