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Mezcal Paloma
featuring Raíz Oaxaca Mezcal
Ingredients
- 2 oz Raíz Oaxaca Mezcal
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- 3–4 oz grapefruit soda (or fresh grapefruit juice topped with soda)
- Pinch of sea salt
- Grapefruit wedge or lime wheel, for garnish
Instructions
- Rim a highball glass with salt
- Fill glass with ice, Raíz Oaxaca Mezcal, and lime juice
- Top with grapefruit soda and gently stir
- Add a pinch of sea salt
- Garnish with a grapefruit wedge or lime wheel
Serving Tip
For a drier, more spirit-forward Paloma, use fresh grapefruit juice and top with plain soda waters. Raíz's balanced smoke pairs beautifully with both styles.
Mezcal Margarita
featuring Raíz Oaxaca Mezcal
Smoky and citrusy, the Mezcal Margarita swaps in Raíz Oaxaca Mezcal for a vibrant, artisanal twist on the classic. Pure agave character shines through the tart lime juice, with just a hint of smoke for depth.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Raíz Oaxaca Mezcal
- 1 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- ¾ oz fresh lime juice
- ½ oz agave syrup (optional)
- Salt & lime wheel for garnish
Instructions
- Rim a rocks or margarita glass with salt
- Combine Raíz Oaxaca Mezcal, orange liqueur, lime juice, and agave syrup (if using) in a shaker with ice
- Shake well and strain into the prepared glass filled with ice
- Garnish with a lime wheel
Serving Tip
For a drier, more spirit-forward cocktail, omit the agave syrup. Raíz Mezcal's clean, complex flavor pairs beautifully with this streamlined version.
Mezcal Old Fashioned
featuring Raíz Oaxaca Mezcal
Rich and smoky, Raíz Oaxaca Mezcal brings an artisanal twist to this cocktail classic. The deep agave character of the mezcal blends seamlessly with bitters and sugar, while hints of smoke add complexity.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Raíz Oaxaca Mezcal
- 1 sugar cube or ½ oz agave syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Orange peel
Instructions
- Add the sugar cube or agave syrup to a rocks glass and add Angostura bitters
- Muddle to dissolve the sugar (or agave) and bitters
- Add Raíz Oaxaca Mezcal and ice, stir until chilled
- Garnish with a twist of orange peel
Serving Tip
For a leaner, spirit-forward drink, opt for a sugar cube and omit the agave syrup. The mezcal's subtle smoke and complexity will still shine through.
The Spiced Winter Old Fashioned
A classic with a cold-weather twist
This drink is the definition of fireside comfort – rich, warming, and just a little spiced.
You'll need:
- Bourbon or rye
- Maple syrup (instead of sugar)
- Angostura bitters
- Orange peel
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon
How to make it:
- Stir bourbon, maple syrup, and bitters over ice
- Garnish with orange peel and a cinnamon stick if you're feeling fancy
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Irish Coffee
(Weekend Edition)
Because winter weekends deserve coffee and a kick. This one is part brunch, part nightcap, and entirely a weekend mood.
You'll need:
- Irish whiskey
- Fresh hot coffee
- Brown sugar
- Lightly whipped cream
How to make it:
Sweeten coffee, add whiskey, top with cream. Sip slowly.
For Irish Coffee, we recommend Molly Malone Small Batch Irish Whiskey — smooth, comforting, and perfect for turning an ordinary weekend morning into something special.
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The Fortuna Verde
Crafted with DAMA Fortuna Tequila
Ingredients
- 2 oz DAMA Fortuna Blanco
- ¼ oz fresh lime juice
- ¼ oz honey syrup (1:1 honey + warm water)
- ¼ oz cucumber juice (or muddled & strained)
- 2–3 drops saline solution
Method
- Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice
- Shake briskly until well chilled
- Double strain into a chilled coupe glass
Garnish
Cucumber ribbon
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Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita
featuring DAMA Fortuna Tequila
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila Dama Fortuna Blanco
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz orange liqueur
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Pineapple wedge for garnish
- Lime wedge for garnish
- Kosher salt
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Espresso Martini
featuring VALT Vodka
Ingredients
- 2 oz VALT Vodka
- 1 oz espresso (freshly brewed)
- 3/4 oz coffee liqueur
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
Directions
Add ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds. Strain into a chilled martini glass, and garnish with 3 coffee beans.
Smoky Penicillin
featuring Smokin' Blended Scotch Whisky
Ingredients
- 2 oz Smokin' Blended Scotch Whisky
- 3/4 oz honey-ginger syrup*
- 3/4 oz lemon juice
- 1/4 oz Islay Scotch (float)
Directions
Add whisky, syrup, and lemon juice to a shaker and fill with ice. Shake well and strain into an ice-filled rocks glass. Float Islay Scotch on top and garnish with a piece of charred ginger on a pick.
*For honey-ginger syrup: Combine equal parts water and honey with grated fresh ginger. Bring to simmer, then strain.
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The French Quarter Pickle Martini
featuring New Orleans Dill Pickle Vodka
Bold. Briny. Unexpectedly refined.
A modern martini riff that leans into the savory edge of New Orleans Dill Pickle Vodka—balanced with dry vermouth and a touch of citrus to create a cocktail that's crisp, clean, and seriously addictive.
Ingredients
- 2 oz New Orleans Dill Pickle Vodka
- 0.5 oz dry vermouth
- 0.25 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 bar spoon pickle brine (optional, for extra punch)
- Dash of orange bitters
Method
- Add all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice
- Stir until well chilled (about 20–25 seconds)
- Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass
Garnish
Cornichon or dill pickle spear. Optional: lemon twist for brightness.
Tasting Notes
Crisp and savory up front, with bright dill and tangy brine layered over a clean vodka backbone. The finish is smooth, refreshing, and just slightly citrus-lifted—making it far more elegant than expected.