The Mezcal Negroni is a smoky reinterpretation of the classic Italian Negroni—an equal-parts, spirit-forward cocktail born in early 20th-century Italy that shines through simplicity. Replacing gin with mezcal brings an earthy, charred agave character that plays beautifully against Campari’s citrus-bitter bite and the rounded sweetness of Italian vermouth; a great version balances smoke, bitterness, and sugar without one element dominating. Use a quality joven mezcal and a fresh, aromatic vermouth, stir with clear ice to control dilution, and you’ll have a complex, glassy Negroni ideal for sipping. If you’re in Buffalo or visiting our store, ask for a balanced mezcal to start.
Ingredients
| 1 oz | Mezcal (joven) |
| 1 oz | Campari |
| 1 oz | Sweet vermouth (Italian) |
| 1 dash | Angostura bitters |
| 1 leaves | Orange peel (for garnish) |
Instructions
- Chill a rocks glass and prepare a large clear ice cube if available
- Add mezcal, Campari, sweet vermouth, and a dash of Angostura to a mixing glass filled with ice
- Stir gently for about 20–30 seconds until well chilled and properly diluted
- Strain into the chilled rocks glass over the large ice cube
- Express the orange peel over the drink to release oils, rim the glass with the peel, and drop it in as garnish
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