June Bug
June Bug takes inspiration from the insect’s role as a harbinger of summer—appearing right around Juneteenth.
- story: Chloe Frechette
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Eight States
A low proof twist on the White Negroni calling on mezcal, aloe liqueur and Cocchi Americano.
- story: Chloe Frechette
- photo: Lizzie Munro
Rather Cavalier
Mezcal complements dry vermouth and pamplemousse in this minimalist stirred cocktail.
- story: Tatiana Bautista
- photo: Nathan C. Ward
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Pineapple Express
Built on rosemary-infused mezcal, this drink gets a double dose of amaro by way of Averna and Cynar.
- story: Tatiana Bautista
- photo: Lizzie Munro
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Smoking Jacket
The Smoking Jacket, which combines Averna with mezcal, brings to mind a deconstructed White Russian.
- story: Frances Yackel
- photo: Shannon Sturgis
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IMO
In this minimalist stirred drink, earthy potato shochu is given additional complexity via subtly bitter Mr. Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur and smoky crema de mezcal.
- story: Frances Yackel
- photo: Lizzie Munro
Mezcal Sun-Risa
A Tequila Sunrise riff topped with spicy hibiscus-habanero syrup.
- story: Frances Yackel
- photo: Lizzie Munro
I’m on Fire
Sarah Morrissey's answer to the spicy Margarita, with an added dose of pineapple.
- story: Frances Yackel
- photo: Lizzie Munro
Deacon Blues
In her spin on an Old-Fashioned Sarah Morrissey opts for the smoky hint of mezcal alongside overproof bourbon as the base.
- story: Frances Yackel
- photo: Lizzie Munro
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No Say
The mezcal-based No Say sees Aperol, coconut liqueur and lemongrass syrup brightened by fresh lime and pineapple juice.
- story: Chloe Frechette
- photo: Daniel Krieger