Naked and Famous

Name: Naked and Famous
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Cocktail
Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz Mezcal; 1 oz Aperol; 1/2 oz Yellow Chartreuse; 3/4 oz Lime juice

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Ingredients

1 1/2 oz Mezcal

1 oz Aperol

1/2 oz Yellow Chartreuse

3/4 oz Lime juice

Garnishes

1 wheel Lime

Glass

Coupe

Preparation

1. In a shaker, combine the mezcal, Aperol, Yellow Chartreuse, and lime juice. 2. Shake well with ice and strain into a coupe glass. 3. Garnish with a lime wheel.

Description

The Naked and Famous is a classic cocktail that combines the smoky flavor of mezcal with the bitter and herbal notes of Aperol and Yellow Chartreuse. The lime juice adds a bright acidity to balance out the flavors. The drink is garnished with a lime wheel to add a refreshing citrus aroma.

History

The Naked and Famous was created by JoaquÃn SimÃ³, owner of Pouring Ribbons in New York City. It was first featured on the menu in 2011 and quickly became a popular choice among cocktail enthusiasts. The name of the cocktail is a reference to the song by The Amazing Baby.