Naked & Famous Recipe

The Naked and Famous is a modern classic cocktail created by bartender Sam Ross at the renowned cocktail bar Pouring Ribbons in New York City in the early 2010s. This equal parts cocktail showcases the versatility of mezcal as a base spirit, combining it with yellow Chartreuse (often confused with green Chartreuse), Aperol, and fresh lime juice in perfect harmony. Similar to Ross's famous Paper Plane cocktail, the Naked and Famous demonstrates masterful balance with its smoky, herbal, bitter, and sour notes. This sophisticated cocktail bar creation has become a staple among mezcal-based cocktails, proving that equal parts cocktails can deliver complex flavors when expertly crafted. The drink represents the innovative spirit of New York City's cocktail scene and Sam Ross's expertise in creating memorable modern classics.