Recently, I was delighted to discover that mezcal - a liquor that I enjoy, but don't drink often - can stand in for the bourbon in an old-fashioned, creating a delightfully smoky twist on the classic.

Aaron Paul on Starting Dos Hombres Mezcal With Bryan Cranston The depth of its expressions allows it to also shine in cocktails that traditionally have an aged spirit, like an old fashioned ...

During the summer months, frozen Negronis pop up here and there, as well as variations using mezcal instead of gin. The old fashioned is so iconic that it gave the glass in which it is served its ...