Naked and Famous
Creative Mixology

Empirical Cilantro Naked & Famous

A vibrant, layered riff with herbal brightness and smoky chili warmth.

Simple · 3 min

This one swaps the Chartreuse for Faccia Brutto Centerbe and adds Empirical Cilantro beside a little mezcal for the smoke. Aperol and lime juice keep it light and zesty. A spring cocktail for anyone who already loves the original.

Ingredients

Units
  • ½ oz Empirical Cilantro
  • ¼ oz mezcal
  • ¾ oz Faccia Brutto Centerbe
  • ¾ oz Aperol
  • ¾ oz lime juice
  • Garnish: lemon twist (optional)

Alternatives

  • Centerbe — Green Chartreuse or génépy.
  • Aperitivo — Campari, or Aperol for a softer, sweeter drink.

Method

  1. Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake well and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  3. Garnish with a lemon twist or leave bare for simplicity.

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