El Oso is a modern classic cocktail that balances rich Anejo tequila with honeyed sweetness and herbal maraschino notes, finished with aromatic bitters and a dehydrated citrus garnish.
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Stir with ice.
Drop dehydrated orange wheel into old-fashioned glass
and add ice.
Strain cocktail into glass.
El Oso is smooth and slightly sweet with warm tequila backbone, honey undertones, herbal maraschino notes, and spiced-bitter complexity from Jerry Thomas bitters.
Reposado tequila works as a lighter alternative, though it reduces the depth; avoid blanco as it lacks the aged richness this recipe requires.
Serve in a coupe or cocktail glass, or over ice in a rocks glass depending on preference.
Slice fresh orange thin, arrange on a baking sheet, and bake at 200°F for 2–3 hours until fully dry and brittle.
A complex aromatic bitters blend with vanilla, cinnamon, and citrus notes designed for classic cocktails; no direct substitute maintains the intended profile.
