Bacanora Naked and Famous
A Sonoran variation of the Naked and Famous using Bacanora instead of mezcal—drier, more herbaceous, and mineral-driven with desert terroir.
23%
ABV
170
Calories
Coupe
Glass
Flavor Profile
Flavor Journey
History & Heritage
“A contemporary variation of Joaquín Simó's Naked and Famous cocktail, this version substitutes traditional Oaxacan mezcal with Bacanora from Sonora. Bacanora, once prohibited for 77 years, offers a drier, more mineral-driven profile with desert herbs and cleaner smoke, transforming the cocktail from a pan-Mexican tribute into a focused exploration of Sonoran terroir and the spirit's resilient legacy.”
Ingredients
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Method
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Chill a coupe glass in the freezer for at least 15 minutes
Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker
Fill shaker two-thirds full with ice cubes
Shake vigorously for 12-15 seconds until shaker is frosted
Double-strain through Hawthorne and fine-mesh strainers into chilled glass
Serve immediately without garnish
Glassware
Served up in a chilled coupe glass
Garnish
Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Use only fresh lime juice—bottled will ruin the balance
The equal-parts formula is sacred—don't alter ratios
Shake exactly 12-15 seconds for proper dilution
Serve in a deeply chilled glass to maintain integrity
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