Oaxaca Old Fashioned

A smoky agave Old Fashioned with mezcal, tequila, and bitters.

Base spirit

Tequila

Style

Spirit-forward

Glassware

Rocks glass

Technique

Stir

The Oaxaca Old Fashioned blends reposado tequila with a touch of mezcal, agave syrup, and bitters for a warm, smoky riff on the classic. Stirred until silky, it delivers layered agave character with gentle sweetness and subtle smoke.

A rocks glass Oaxaca Old Fashioned on a large cube with orange peel.

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 oz reposado tequila
• 0.5 oz mezcal
• 0.25 oz agave syrup
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters

Did you know?

“Phil Ward created it at Death & Co, helping establish mezcal in the U.S. cocktail canon.”

Source:Death & Co archives; PunchDrink

Bartender's Note

Use high-quality agave syrup to maintain clarity and texture.

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How to make the Oaxaca Old Fashioned

1Add reposado tequila, mezcal, agave syrup, and Angostura bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice
2Stir until well chilled
3Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube
4Garnish with orange peel and serve

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