The Cane & The Clove

1 oz Mezcal, Vago (Elote)
1 oz Demerara Rum
3⁄4 oz Pedro Ximénez Sherry
1⁄4 oz Falernum, Velvet Falernum
3 ds Bitters, Angostura
1 twst Orange peel (flamed as garnish)
Instructions

Stir, strain, coupe, garnish.

Notes

The mezcal vago elote has a thicker mouthfeel and more of a roasted corn note than many other mezcals. Avoid substitutes for this one.

Cocktail summary
Created by
Pastry War, Houston, TX
Year
2016
Is of
unknown authenticity
Reference

http://imbibemagazine.com/pastry-war-cocktail-cane-clove/

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  • Ok - I did not have this particular Mezcal, so subbed a Del Maguey, which may have a pretty different flavor profile. Mezcal dominated, and I felt like the best flavors of the rum were lost.
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