Jun 06 2026
RestaurantsLé FrescaSmoke Show Recipe

Smoke Show Recipe

Inspired by Lé Fresca
Time8m
Serves1

Bourbon, Cocchi Torino, Mezcal, Bitters

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Ingredients

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Cocktail

Method

Cocktail

  1. 1

    Measure & Combine

    Chill an old-fashioned glass by filling it with ice and setting aside. In a mixing glass, add 2 oz bourbon, 0.75 oz Cocchi Torino, 0.25 oz mezcal, 2 dashes Angostura bitters, 1 dash orange bitters, and 0.25 tsp simple syrup (optional — use if you prefer a touch more sweetness).

  2. 2

    Stir

    Fill the mixing glass with large ice and stir steadily for 20–30 seconds (about 20–30 revolutions) until the mix is well chilled and slightly diluted (target temperature ~10°C / 50°F).

  3. 3

    Prepare Glass

    Dump the ice from the chilled old-fashioned glass. If using a mezcal rinse, pour 0.25 oz mezcal into the glass, swirl to coat the interior, and discard any excess (this will add a smoky aroma without overpowering the cocktail).

  4. 4

    Strain

    Strain the chilled cocktail from the mixing glass into the prepared old-fashioned glass over a single large ice cube.

Garnish & Finish

  1. 5

    Express & Garnish

    Take an orange peel and express the oils over the surface of the drink by holding it skin-side down about 2–3 inches above the drink and giving it a firm squeeze to release the citrus oils. Run the peel around the rim, then drop it into the glass as a garnish.

  2. 6

    Optional Smoke

    For a theatrical smoky finish, briefly capture smoke from a smoking gun into the glass before inserting the garnish, or light a sprig of herbs (rosemary) and cover the glass to trap smoke for 10–15 seconds, then remove the cover. Serve immediately.

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