Mezcal · COCKTAIL GUIDE

Naked and Famous

Naked and Famous is fairly approachable, built around smoky, sour and bitter. The mouthfeel is lean, light body, and the overall impression is firm and warming. The finish makes more sense for slow tasting than for drinking quickly. Its finish keeps the mezcal base in view, even when the opening flavours feel more immediate. The index points toward Grilled meat or Aged cheese at the table; Empellón Cocina's Fat-Washed Mezcal is the nearest place to continue exploring.

SmokySourBitter

APPROX. ABV: 22%
STRENGTH: 4/5
DRINKABILITY: 4/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness2

Bitterness4

Sourness4

Strength4

Body2

Drinkability4

Fruity0

Herbal1

Smoky4

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Mezcal

20–30 ml classic modifier

Fresh citrus, bitters or soda as specified

Method: Shake with ice and strain.
Glass: Coupe or Old Fashioned
Garnish: Classic garnish

Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Grilled meat

02Aged cheese

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

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UNDERSTAND THE STYLE

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