A Signature Drink That’ll Generate Buzz!

John Stanton, director of beverage at Bar Clara at Hotel Per La in Los Angeles has a great New Year’s drink for you, but it’s tasty anytime. No doubt you and your guests have sipped an espresso martini at some point this year — hopefully mine from Thomas Ashbourne! Wait, why are we promoting any other version of this classic when I’ve already created the perfect one, in convenient bottle form, no less? Well, John’s twist on the zeitgeisty, deliciously sippable drink uses tequila instead of vodka. It’s also a cinch to throw together. I mean, not like just pulling one out of the fridge, like mine, but a close second… -NPH

The Buzz is an ice-cold take on an espresso martini, but made with something a little closer to Angeliños’ hearts: tequila. This cocktail uses Milagro Reposado as a base, and is brought to life using Mr Black, an Australian liqueur that’s made from cold brew and craft distillate. Combine these ingredients with a touch of dark crème de cacao and cream for frothy goodness, and frappe the whole lot over crushed ice. Whether you catch a buzz or become the buzz, you’ll be right where you want to be.