Naked and famous (cocktail)

Naked and Famous is a modern cocktail that was created by Joaquín Simó at the New York City bar, Death & Co. It is a popular drink known for its unique combination of ingredients and its vibrant yellow color.

History

The Naked and Famous cocktail was first introduced in the early 21st century by Joaquín Simó, a renowned mixologist at the Death & Co bar in New York City. The cocktail quickly gained popularity due to its unique flavor profile and striking appearance.

Ingredients

The Naked and Famous cocktail is made with equal parts of mezcal, yellow Chartreuse, Aperol, and fresh lime juice. This combination of ingredients gives the cocktail its distinctive taste and color.

Mezcal

Mezcal is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from the maguey plant native to Mexico. It is known for its smoky flavor, which adds depth to the Naked and Famous cocktail.

Yellow Chartreuse

Yellow Chartreuse is a French liqueur made by the Carthusian Monks since the 1740s. It is made from distilled alcohol aged with 130 herbs, plants and flowers. The liqueur adds a sweet and herbal flavor to the cocktail.

Aperol

Aperol is an Italian aperitif made of bitter orange, gentian, rhubarb, and cinchona, among other ingredients. It gives the Naked and Famous cocktail a bitter-sweet taste and its vibrant color.

Lime Juice

Fresh lime juice adds acidity to the cocktail, balancing out the sweetness of the other ingredients.

Preparation

To prepare a Naked and Famous cocktail, the ingredients are combined in a shaker with ice, shaken until well chilled, and then strained into a cocktail glass.

Reception

The Naked and Famous cocktail has been well received by critics and patrons alike for its balance of smoky, sweet, and sour flavors. It is often recommended as a must-try for cocktail enthusiasts.

See also

• List of cocktails
• Mixology
• Death & Co (bar)