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Velvet Smoke Mezcal cocktail in a coupe
Mezcal

Velvet Smoke

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~4 min
1 serving
coupe

Ingredients

  • 1.5oz (45 ml) Mezcal
  • 0.75oz (22½ ml) Aperol
  • 0.5oz (15 ml) Sweet Vermouth
Servings:
1

Select an ingredient to see substitution options:

  • Blanco TequilaPartial match

    Cleaner with no smoke.

  • Reposado TequilaPartial match

    Oaky but without smoke.

  • CampariPartial match

    More bitter and intense. Reduce slightly.

  • Lillet RougePartial match

    Softer and more wine like.

  • Punt e MesClose match

    Bittersweet and complex. Excellent in Negronis.

  • Port WinePartial match

    Sweeter and softer.

  • Dubonnet RougePartial match

    Lighter and more aromatic.

Garnish: grapefruit twist

Instructions

Stir with ice. Strain into a coupe. Garnish with grapefruit twist.

Barkeep's Notes

Silky, smoky, and full of attitude.

Estimated: ~165 cal|~22.2% ABV

Estimates are approximate and for informational purposes only. Not intended as medical or dietary advice.

Please drink responsibly. Must be of legal drinking age to consume alcohol.

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