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Mezcal
An agave spirit made mostly in Oaxaca. The agave hearts are roasted in earthen pits, which gives the smoke mezcal is known for. Tequila is technically a type of mezcal.
- Type
- Spirit
- Typical strength
- 42% ABV
- Calories per oz
- ≈ 70 kcal
- Used in
- 2 cocktails
How It Tastes
Smoke, roasted agave, earth and tropical fruit.
Bartender's Tip
Use mezcal as a seasoning: half an ounce changes a whole drink.
Substitutes
Tequila Blanco. Expect the drink to change character, but the balance will hold.
Pairs Most Often With
- Yellow Chartreusein 1 drink
- Aperolin 1 drink
- Lime Juicein 1 drink
- Tequila Reposadoin 1 drink
- Agave Syrupin 1 drink
- Angostura Bittersin 1 drink