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Spirits

Mezcal

Agave spirit whose hearts are roasted in earth pits, which gives it its smoke. Espadín is the usual cocktail choice.

Typical strength
≈ 42% ABV
Calories per ounce
≈ 70
In the classics
4 drinks
Shelf
Spirits

Cocktails with mezcal

Division Bell2 : 1½ : 1 : 1½ · Mezcal Illegal2 : 1 : 1 : ¼ : 1½ : 1 · Mezcal Naked and Famous1 : 1 : 1 : 1 · Mezcal Oaxaca Old Fashioned3 : 1 : ¼ · Tequila

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Swaps

Out of mezcal? In a pinch, use tequila. The drink will taste different, but it will still work.

Mezcal can stand in for tequila.

The numbers

Estimated for the category

Strength

≈ 42%

Calories

≈ 70

Sugar

≈ 0 g

Per ounce. Brands vary: check the label for strength. How we estimate