Oaxacan on the Sun: A Mezcal Cocktail Recipe by Sara Bradley
A Taste of Oaxaca
This cocktail is one of Sara Bradley’s most dynamic creations—a drink that smolders with mezcal, sings with pineapple, and finishes with a whisper of tobacco bitters. Built around bold, earthy flavors and a just-right balance of sweet and acidic, it’s a true tribute to the heart of Oaxaca. Whether you’re lighting up a summer evening or warming a quiet night in, this cocktail brings depth, heat, and character to the glass.
Oaxacan on the Sun
1.5 oz mezcal
1.5 oz pineapple
.5 maple simple syrup
.5 oz lemon juice
.25 oz alma tepec
5 dashes of tobacco bitters
Shake all ingredients and strain over a large rock of ice. Serve with a pineapple leaf and a cube of pineapple with a dash of salt for your “Oaxacan sun”.
Join Sara in Oaxaca
Oaxaca is a feast for the senses, where the aroma of fresh tortillas drifts through lively markets, mole simmers for hours, and the tradition of mezcal distillation unfolds in the hills. Join Chef Sara Bradley on a journey through the heart of Mexican cuisine, where time-honored techniques meet bold, seasonal flavors. With her passion for regional ingredients, Sara brings a unique perspective to Oaxaca’s storied culinary landscape. Together, we’ll celebrate the land and the people who cultivate it, savoring authentic, regional ingredients along the way. We’ll gather around long tables for meals that stretch into the night, sharing stories and flavors that define this extraordinary corner of Mexico.
