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Juniper Berries

Old Plaza Cocktail: The High Desert Vieux Carré

Old Plaza Cocktail - in a cocktail glass

The Old Plaza Cocktail is a smoky and spicy twist on the classic Vieux Carré cocktail. It uses mezcal and pine liquor in place of rye whiskey and sweet vermouth, with optional infusions of red chiles, juniper berries, and lavender.

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