Shake Up Your Cocktail Game with This Twist on the Classic Negroni
When it comes to reimagining timeless cocktails, few ingredients offer as much versatility as blanco tequila. In this innovative take on the Negroni, we swap out traditional gin for a smooth, crisp blanco tequila, courtesy of Jacques Bezuidenhout and Food & Wine magazine.
A Flavor Profile Like No Other
The resulting cocktail is a masterclass in balance and harmony, with the bitter, sweet, and tangy notes of Campari, sweet vermouth, and blanco tequila coming together in perfect sync. The orange wheel garnish adds a touch of citrusy brightness, rounding out the flavor profile.
Quick, Easy, and Impressive
This recipe is a breeze to whip up, requiring just four ingredients and under five minutes of active time. Simply fill a chilled rocks glass with ice, add the Campari, tequila, and vermouth, and stir until well combined. Garnish with the orange wheel, and you’re ready to serve.
The Perfect Recipe for Experimentation
With its bold flavors and adaptable spirit, this blanco tequila Negroni is the perfect canvas for experimentation. Feel free to tweak the proportions, try different types of vermouth, or even add a dash of bitters to create a truly one-of-a-kind cocktail.
Get Mixing!
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce Campari
- 1 ounce blanco tequila
- 1 ounce sweet vermouth
- 1 orange wheel, for garnishing
Instructions:
- Fill a chilled rocks glass with ice.
- Add the Campari, tequila, and vermouth, and stir well.
- Garnish with the orange wheel and serve.
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