For the past five years, Ilegal Mezcal has been supporting the LGBTQ+ community with its initiative, "celebratingYOU." In partnership with wayOUT, a national non-profit organization committed to empowering LGBTQ+ individuals, the cocktail campaign has raised critical funds for folks across the country, raising $80,000 since its inception in 2021. So, how can you help out this year? All you have to do is order a drink.
In support of the campaign, four bars across Manhattan and Brooklyn are shaking up specialty mezcal cocktails from now until the end of June to benefit the cause. Harlemites can head to Angel of Harlem and cool off with the Mezcal Mule, while Upper East Siders can sip on the Cha Cha Chica at Tiki Chick, made with chipotle-infused Ilegal joven, pisco acholado, acidified tamarind nectar and a mango brandy spritz. If you are Brooklyn livin', the Arlo Williamsburg has the mezcal and ginger beer-based number, Oaxaca Sunset. But if you'd rather a round of golf while you give back, then reserve a spot at X-Golf Brooklyn and knock back the In Repo Fashion cocktail, made with Ilegal reposado, luxardo cherry juice, muddled orange and orange bitters. Cheers!