Mushroom Free Classic Mezcal Negroni

Few cocktails hit the way a smoky, bittersweet Negroni does, and swapping gin for mezcal takes the whole thing somewhere deeper and more interesting. The earthy, slightly charred character of the mezcal plays beautifully against the herbal bitterness of Campari and the rich sweetness of vermouth — it's bold, complex, and completely satisfying. The technique here matters: a proper 20–25 second stir chills and dilutes the drink just enough to round out those strong flavors without watering them down. Expressing the orange peel over the glass at the end isn't just for show — those citrus oils lift the whole drink and add a bright, aromatic finish. This is the kind of cocktail that feels like it came from a serious bar, but it comes together with just three ingredients and a little patience. For anyone navigating a fungi-free lifestyle, this is one recipe where there's absolutely nothing to second-guess — every ingredient is clean and straightforward. Keep a bottle of mezcal on the shelf and this becomes your go-to drink for any occasion that calls for something a little more grown-up.

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