Cocktails

The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned

The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned is an alcoholic cocktail built on Reposado Tequila. It leans agave, earthy and citrus. Stirred and served in a Old-Fashioned Glass.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 5 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozReposado tequilaBase Spirit
2.0 ozMezcalBase Spirit
4.0 ozAgave nectarModifier
2 dashesAngostura BittersBitters
1 garnishOrange twistGarnish

How to Make It

Stir with ice and strain into chilled old-fashioned glass.Stirred
Flame orange twist and add.Add

How to Serve

Glass: Old-Fashioned Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Agave Earthy Citrus

Supporting notes

Bitter Sweet Mineral Peppery Smoky

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Bold and complex

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

Taco NightSuggested from its agave and peppery notes, pairing with mexican food and tacos.
After DinnerSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

Tacos Mexican Food Spicy Food

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Reposado Tequila2.0 oz

Blanco TequilaWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; taste before changing sweetener or citrus.
What changes: Blanco tequila can replace reposado tequila when a crisper, brighter variation is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Mezcal2.0 oz

TequilaWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount; expect less smoke and earthiness.
What changes: Tequila can replace mezcal when you want a cleaner, less smoky agave drink.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Angostura Bitters2 dashes

Aromatic BittersWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the recipe’s dash count and taste before adding more.
What changes: Another aromatic bitters can replace Angostura when some change in spice and fruit character is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Orange BittersNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Start with the recipe’s dash count and taste; the result will lose some baking-spice character.
What changes: Orange bitters can replace Angostura only when a brighter, more citrus-led result is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Orange Twist1 garnish

Orange PeelGood swap

How much to use: Use a similar-sized piece of peel.
What changes: Orange peel is usually a close substitute for an orange twist.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lemon TwistWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same size twist.
What changes: Lemon twist can replace orange twist when a sharper lemon aroma is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned?: The The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Old-Fashioned Glass. It is a non-alcoholic drink.
What does a The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned taste like?: The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned has a flavour profile featuring Agave, Earthy, Citrus, Bitter. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned?: The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned pairs well with Tacos, Mexican Food, Spicy Food. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned?: The strength of The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned depends on the exact measures and spirits used. Check the individual ingredient quantities in the recipe above for a precise estimate.
When is a The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned typically served?: The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned is often suggested for After Dinner, Taco Night, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned?: If you enjoy The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned at home?: Yes. The The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Old-Fashioned Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.