Smoky Martini

This martini is fortified with liquid smoke, which makes it perfect for a barbecue.

Katama Kirs

Dragon’s Breath

For months, I’ve been hearing about a smoking cocktail (literally) named the Dragon’s Breath. So my first stop on a recent trip to Scottsdale was the restaurant Renegade, where a […]

Agave Heaven

This smoky twist on a margarita is the house specialty at the historic Hotel Fauchere in Milford, Pennsylvania. The smoke comes from the mescal (made with fire-roasted cactus hearts). The […]

Smoky Manhattan

Whiskey has a natural affinity with wood smoke—after all, it’s aged in fire-charred barrels. If you think a classic Manhattan is good, wait until you try the scotch-enhanced version.

“Cider Press” (Chimayó Cocktail)

To experience the Spanish Southwest, visit a town like Chimayó with its adobe churches and apple orchards planted by Spanish missionaries. Chimayó’s superlative apple cider was the inspiration for this […]

Smoky Mary

Your Basic Margarita

The Raichlen version has a smoky twist: real-deal mezcal distilled from smoked agave hearts (I like the Del Maguey brand), blended with fresh lime juice—I wouldn’t object if you grilled […]