The El Picante cocktail at Socalo with tequila blanco, fresno chili, cilantro, lime and smoked tajin. (Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times)
The Oaxacan Old Fashioned at Socalo includes Gem & Bolt mezcal, xocolatl bitters, agave and Oaxacan chocolate. (Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times)
Mixologist Juan Martinez prepares a drink at Socalo. (Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times)
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Wine and spirits on display on the backbar at Socalo. (Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times)

The bar at Socalo will feature 12 beers on tap — one local beer and 11 Mexican imports. (Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times)