Celebrate fall with a cocktail that honors family values and the vibrant spirit of Mexican culture.
Our Drink of the Week the Espresso Muertini is a bold blend of espresso, chocolate, and Gracias a Dios Espadín Mezcal—perfect for Halloween and Día de los Muertos, a time to honor loved ones who have passed with joy and tradition.
Crafted from eight-year-old, cultivated agave in Oaxaca’s Central Valleys, this double-distilled mezcal offers notes of lemon tree leaves, subtle herbs, and a touch of minerality, rounded out by caramel, spices, and cooked agave.
With deep family values and a commitment to fair trade and eco-friendly practices, Gracias a Dios brings five generations of mezcal craftsmanship to your glass. Sip this ultra-premium Espresso Muertini and experience the depth of Mexican tradition. Salud!

Chocolate Espresso Muertini
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Gracias a Dios Espadín Mezcal
- ½ oz Agave
- 1 shot Double Espresso
- 1/3 oz Homemade Bitter Allspice*
- 1 pinch of Salt
- 1 tbs grated bitter chocolate (ideally Oaxacan chocolate)
Preparation
- Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice and shake vigorously for 10 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a Jack-o-lantern shaped orange peel and enjoy!
*Homemade Bitter Allspice
Ingredients
- 5 oz Gracias a Dios Espadín Mezcal
- 3.5 oz Sugar
- 5-7 whole pcs Allspice
- 2 pcs Orange Peel
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
Preparation
- Add all ingredients to a container and let stand covered for 24 hours.
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Source: Mixology News