A wintry bourbon cocktail is given a spicy, herby kick with Ancho Reyes Verde Liqueur, made with poblano peppers. Recipe below.
[su_dropcap style=”flat”]O[/su_dropcap]n our recent trip to Mexico City, mezcal was everywhere. Nearly every bar and restaurant served it, sometimes in elegant, interesting cocktails, but most often, neat, with a simple orange wedge, alongside little plates and charcuteries. The smoke, the herbiness and the slight sweetness are marvelous. Mezcal is so popular in the CDMX that it is even appearing in some beers. We came away knowing… well, a little more than before. Continue reading “A peppery, herbal Mexican liqueur stars in a bourbon cocktail: the Vaquero”