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Nov 29

Mezcal, Lime, Aperol, Amaro, Orange

Bartender Niko Ciel of Laurel | Seattle, WA

Adapted by StarChefs | November 2025 | Photo: Alexander Zeren

INGREDIENTS

1½ ounces mezcal
¾ ounce lime juice
½ ounce Aperol
½ ounce Meletti amaro
½ ounce Brucato Woodlands amaro
¼ ounce orange liqueur
Orange peel

METHOD

In a shaker with ice, combine mezcal, lime juice, amaros, and liqueurs. Shake, then double strain into a double rocks glass with 1 large ice cube. Express orange peel over top, then place peel rind side up along the edge of the glass.

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