Bartending Around with Lewie! How to make: Mezcal Old Fashioned

mezcal

💰Cheaper: tequila

Tequila is often less expensive than mezcal.

simple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Honey can be a cost-effective alternative.

Chill a rocks glass by filling it with ice water.

In a mixing glass, combine mezcal, simple syrup, and bitters.

Add ice to the mixing glass and stir until well chilled, about 30 seconds.

Empty the chilled rocks glass of ice water.

Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass over a large ice cube.

Express the oils from the orange peel over the drink by twisting it.

Garnish the drink with the orange peel.

Serve immediately.

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