
Smoke & Mirrors
An Experimental Split-Base for the Brave and Curious
What happens when mezcal meets cognac? An experimental split-base cocktail that bridges smoke and elegance with herbal liqueurs and mole bitters.
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An Experimental Split-Base for the Brave and Curious
What happens when mezcal meets cognac? An experimental split-base cocktail that bridges smoke and elegance with herbal liqueurs and mole bitters.
49 recipes

Seedlip Grove 42 meets fresh grapefruit and honey-lemon syrup in this sophisticated spritz that proves great drinks are about flavor, not alcohol content.

Aged rum meets Cognac in this sophisticated sipper that impresses without the fuss. Two types of bitters make all the difference.

This cognac and tawny port nightcap combines caramelized, nutty flavors with chocolate and cream for a luxurious after-dinner sipper.

Basil isn't just for pesto. This herbaceous gin cocktail showcases the herb's peppery, aromatic side in a bright, spirit-forward sipper.

This decadent nightcap layers Pedro Ximénez sherry, ruby port, and aged rum into something that tastes like the best fruitcake you've ever had.

A smoky mezcal highball inspired by tepache, the fermented pineapple drink most people have never tried. This one's experimental, so consider yourself warned.

This sparkling Valentine's cocktail takes the Kir Royale to new heights with Lillet Blanc, fresh lemon, and a hint of rose water for pure romance.

This romantic fizz for two combines cognac, Chambord, and Champagne into a berry-kissed cocktail with serious visual appeal and flavor to match.

Cognac meets Champagne in this berry-kissed fizz built for two. Rich, fruity, and sparkling with just the right amount of citrus brightness.

A port-forward nightcap that combines tawny port's dried fruit sweetness with cognac's warmth and subtle chocolate undertones for the most peaceful end to your evening.

This low-ABV Aperol spritz with grapefruit and rosemary is designed for actually unwinding, not just drinking. Slow down and breathe.

A brighter, more complex take on the gin and tonic that brings fresh citrus and elderflower into the mix without losing that classic quinine bite.