Eggless Classic Mezcal Negroni
Few cocktails hit the way a properly made Negroni does, and swapping in mezcal for 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. Stirring for a full 20 to 25 seconds is the move here — it chills and dilutes the drink just enough to round out the edges without watering it down. The expressed orange peel at the end is not just for looks; those citrus oils hit the surface of the drink and add a bright, aromatic lift that ties everything together. Since this is a spirit-forward cocktail built entirely from bottles, there are no hidden animal-derived additives to track down — just clean, simple ingredients that do exactly what they're supposed to do. It's the kind of drink that feels equally at home at a dinner party or on a quiet Tuesday night when you want something a little more elevated than your usual pour.
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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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