Get ready to shake up your cocktail game with the Naked and Famous. This modified version of the renowned Almost Famous cocktail swaps out rum for mezcal, adding a smoky depth that sets it apart from its predecessor and combines perfectly with the Chartreuse.
Let’s dive into the ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and tips for selecting the best mezcal for this refreshing and smoky drink.
Ingredients for the Almost Famous Cocktail with Mezcal
To craft this exceptional cocktail, gather the following ingredients:
3/4 oz Del Maguey Chichicapa Single Village Mezcal
3/4 oz yellow Chartreuse
3/4 oz Aperol
3/4 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
Ice cubes
Lime twist or wheel for garnish
Step by Step on How to Make the Mezcal Chartreuse Aperol Lime Drink
Chill Your Glass: Start by chilling your glass. For this cocktail we recommend a coupette or martini glass. You can chill it by keeping it in the freezer or by filling it with ice and water and letting it sit while you prepare the rest.
Mixing: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the mezcal, yellow Chartreuse, Aperol, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
Shake Vigorously: Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Strain and Serve: strain the cocktail into your glass. If you had the glass chilling with ice and water, remove it first.
Garnish (optional): Enhance the presentation by garnishing your Almost Famous Cocktail with a lime twist or a lime wheel.
Choosing the Best Mezcal for the Naked and Famous Cocktail
To truly elevate the Almost Famous Cocktail, selecting the right mezcal is essential but it’s Mezcal it’s not only about flavor but about tradition and history.
Del Maguey Chichicapa Single Village Mezcal. made with 100% Espadín, embodies the spirit of artisanal craftsmanship as it is crafted with the utmost care, using traditional methods passed down through generations of Maestro Palenqueros in Axocapan, Puebla.