Chicken Free Classic Mezcal Negroni

Few cocktails hit the way a properly made Negroni does, and swapping in mezcal for the usual gin takes the whole thing somewhere smokier, more complex, and honestly more interesting. The combination of mezcal, Campari, and sweet vermouth creates that perfect push-and-pull of bitter, sweet, and earthy that keeps you coming back for another sip. The technique here matters — stirring for a full 20 to 25 seconds isn't fussy, it's what gives the drink its silky, well-chilled texture and the right level of dilution. That final step with the orange peel is worth doing properly too; expressing the oils over the glass adds a bright citrus note that lifts everything. This is a three-ingredient cocktail that genuinely rewards a little attention to detail, and it comes together in just a couple of minutes with no special equipment beyond a mixing glass and a bar spoon. Whether you're winding down after a long week or playing bartender for friends, this is the kind of drink that makes the whole evening feel a little more considered.

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