Wheat Free Classic Mezcal Negroni
A smoky, bittersweet cocktail that feels like it was made for slow evenings and good conversation, this mezcal riff on a classic stirred drink is endlessly satisfying. The mezcal brings an earthy depth that plays beautifully against the herbal bitterness of Campari and the rich, slightly sweet complexity of vermouth. For anyone navigating a wheat-free lifestyle, cocktails can be a surprisingly tricky category — certain spirits and liqueurs sometimes raise questions about grain-based production — but every ingredient here is naturally free of wheat, so you can sip without second-guessing. The technique matters as much as the recipe: stirring for a full 20 to 25 seconds chills and dilutes the drink to exactly the right balance, giving it that silky, restaurant-quality texture. The finishing touch — a firm twist of orange peel expressed over the glass — releases fragrant citrus oils that lift the whole drink and make it smell as good as it tastes. It's the kind of cocktail that looks impressive but comes together with just a mixing glass, a bar spoon, and four ingredients.
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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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