Last of the Oaxacans Recipe

Updated August 29, 2018

This simple variation on the classic Last Word swaps out the gin for savory mezcal and tosses in a slice of serrano pepper, making for a smoky and spicy variation on the drink.

Note: Want it hotter? Add another slice of serrano to the drink, or add in spicy bitters or a shrub such as Bitter End Thai Bitters or Bittermens Hellfire Habanero Shrub to bring the heat.

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Recipe Details

Last of the Oaxacans Recipe

Active 2 mins

Total 2 mins

Serves 1 serving

Ingredients

3/4 ounce mezcal
3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice, from 1 to 2 limes
3/4 ounce Luxardo Maraschino
3/4 ounce Green Chartreuse
1 half-centimeter slice serrano pepper (see note)
Garnish: serrano pepper slice

Directions

Add mezcal, lime juice, maraschino, Chartreuse, and serrano pepper to a cocktail shaker. Fill 2/3 full with ice and shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker begins to frost, about 20 seconds.
Double strain into a chilled cocktail glass, garnish with additional pepper slice and serve.

Special equipment

Cocktail shaker and strainer, fine strainer

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
208	Calories
0g	Fat
15g	Carbs
0g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 1
Amount per serving
Calories	208
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15g	5%
Dietary Fiber 1g	2%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 0g
Vitamin C 12mg	59%
Calcium 6mg	0%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 74mg	2%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.