Tequila Negroni
A bold twist on the classic Negroni, the Tequila Negroni substitutes gin with tequila, offering a smooth, agave-infused take on the timeless bitter-sweet cocktail.
Equipment
- Mixing glass
- Bar spoon
- Jigger
- Strainer
- Rocks glass
Ingredients
- 1 oz Tequila (preferably reposado)
- 1 oz Campari
- 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
- Ice cubes
- Orange peel for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes.
- Pour the tequila, Campari, and sweet vermouth over the ice.
- Stir the mixture for about 30 seconds until well-chilled.
- Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with large ice cubes.
- Express the orange peel over the drink by twisting it to release its oils, then drop it into the glass as a garnish.
Notes
For a smoother tequila flavor, opt for a reposado tequila aged between 2 months and 1 year. The aging process provides a mellow character that complements the bitter and sweet vermouth beautifully.