Carrageenan Free Classic Mezcal Negroni
Smoky, bitter, and just a little mysterious, this mezcal riff on a classic aperitivo cocktail is the kind of drink that turns a regular evening into something worth savoring. The swap from gin to mezcal brings a gorgeous depth — earthy and slightly charred — that plays beautifully against the bittersweet Campari and the rich, herbal sweetness of vermouth. For anyone navigating ingredient labels carefully, cocktails can be a surprisingly tricky category, since certain bottled mixers and flavored spirits sneak in additives like carrageenan as a stabilizer or thickener. Here, the ingredient list is refreshingly clean: three well-chosen spirits, ice, and a strip of fresh orange peel. That final twist of orange over the glass isn't just for looks — it releases fragrant citrus oils that lift the whole drink and tie every layer together. Stir it long and cold, strain it over a big cube, and you've got a cocktail that feels genuinely bar-quality without a single questionable additive in sight.
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1 serving
- 1 oz mezcal (joven or reposado)
- 1 oz campari
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 large ice cube or several standard ice cubes, for stirring and serving
For serving
- 1 wide orange peel strip, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Fill a mixing glass two-thirds full with ice. Add the mezcal, Campari, and sweet vermouth.
- 2
Stir with a bar spoon for 20–25 seconds, until the outside of the mixing glass feels thoroughly chilled and the liquid is well-diluted.
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