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Mezcal Old Fashioned Cocktail Drink

Mezcal Old Fashioned Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
This easy Mezcal Old Fashioned recipe is your ticket to a perfect fall! You’ll need Mezcal, agave syrup, Angostura bitters and an orange twist to make this smoky cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 236

Ingredients
 

  • 2½ oz Mezcal
  • ½ oz agave syrup
  • 6 dashes of Angostura aromatic bitters
  • Ice cubes
  • Orange twist - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Old Fashioned Glass
  • Stirrer or Bar Spoon
  • Mixing Glass
  • Jigger
  • Cocktail Strainer

Instructions

  • Prep glass: Fill an Old Fashioned glass with a generous amount of ice cubes.
  • Add Bitters: Pour 6 dashes of Angostura aromatic bitters into the mixing glass.
  • Add agave syrup: Add ½ oz agave syrup.
  • Add Mezcal: Finally, add 2½ oz Mezcal as well.
  • Add Ice and stir: Fill the mixing glass with ice. Using a bar spoon or a long stirrer, stir well (for about 15-20 seconds). Give it a taste and stir a bit more if you feel like more dilution is necessary.
  • Strain: Using the cocktail strainer, strain the mixture into the ice filled Old Fashioned glass.
  • Garnish: Twist an orange peel over the glass to release its oils, then drop it into the drink as garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Mezcal: If you don't have Mezcal on hand, you can use tequila for a similar agave flavor, though it will lack the smoky notes of Mezcal. Try using bourbon for a classic Old Fashioned for a completely different take.
  • Angostura Bitters: If you're out of Angostura bitters, try using orange bitters for a citrusy twist. You could also experiment with other aromatic bitters like Peychaud's or cardamom bitters.
  • Agave Syrup: If you don't have agave syrup, substitute with 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar or simple syrup.

Making a Pitcher:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of Mezcal, 4 oz of agave syrup, and 48 dashes of Angostura aromatic bitters.
  • Mix: Add the Mezcal, the agave syrup, and the angostura bitters in a large pitcher with ice and stir well.
  • Serve: Strain the mixture into ice-filled Old Fashioned glasses, garnish with an orange twist, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Mezcal Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic spirit that mimics the smoky flavor of Mezcal. Several brands on the market offer alcohol-free spirits with complex flavors.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic substitute instead of Mezcal, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.

Making it Vegan:

This cocktail is already vegan-friendly as it doesn't contain any animal products. Enjoy a cruelty-free drink!