This easy Mezcal Negroni recipe perfectly matches a crisp fall evening! With Mezcal, Campari, and sweet vermouth, it's a smoky cocktail you'll love.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 188
Ingredients
- 1 oz Mezcal
- 1 oz Campari
- 1 oz sweet Vermouth
- Ice cubes
- Orange slice or twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Old Fashioned Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
- Mixing Glass
Instructions
- Chill your old-fashioned glass with some ice cubes.
- Add 1 oz sweet Vermouth in a mixing glass.
- Measure and pour 1 oz Campari.
- Add 1 oz Mezcal to the mixture.
- Fill your mixing glass with ice cubes.
- Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently for about 30 seconds.
- Strain your cocktail in your old-fashioned glass over fresh ice.
- Place an orange slice or twist into the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Mezcal: If you don't have Mezcal, you can use tequila as a substitute. It won't have the same smoky flavor, but it will still work well in this cocktail.
- Campari: If you prefer something other than Campari's bitterness, Aperol is a good alternative. It's lighter and has a more citrusy flavor.
- Sweet Vermouth: Dry vermouth can be used instead of sweet vermouth if needed. Just add a small splash of simple syrup to balance out the bitterness.
Making a Pitcher of Mezcal Negroni:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 8 oz of Mezcal, 8 oz of Campari, and 8 oz of sweet vermouth.
- Mix: Combine the Mezcal, Campari, and sweet vermouth in a large pitcher and stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled Old Fashioned glasses, garnish with an orange slice or twist, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Mezcal Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic mezcal substitute. These are available and do an excellent job of mimicking the smoky flavor of Mezcal.
- Campari Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic aperitif or make a simple syrup infused with orange peel and some bittering agent like gentian or cinchona bark.
- Vermouth: infuse some grape juice with cinnamon, cardamom, chamomile and coriander..
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Check Your Brands: Some spirit and liqueur brands may use animal products in their production process. Always check with the brand to ensure the product is vegan-friendly.
What is a Mezcal Negroni?
A Mezcal Negroni is a smoky, bitter cocktail made of Mezcal, Campari, and sweet vermouth. This drink is relatively easy to make as it requires only three ingredients mixed in equal parts; however, the complexity lies in balancing the unique flavors. The Mezcal Negroni is a variant of the classic Negroni cocktail, which traditionally uses gin instead of Mezcal. The substitution of Mezcal gives this cocktail its distinctive smoky flavor that sets it apart from its traditional counterpart.
What is a Mezcal Negroni made of – The ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to mix up a Mezcal Negroni:
- Mezcal: This is the base spirit of the cocktail. It provides a smoky flavor that distinguishes Mezcal Negroni from other Negroni variations.
- Sweet Vermouth: This ingredient balances the cocktail with its sweet and herbal notes. It adds complexity to the drink.
- Campari: A bitter liqueur that gives the Mezcal Negroni its signature bitter edge. It also contributes to the cocktail’s vibrant red color.
- Orange Peel: Used as a garnish, it adds a fresh citrus aroma and subtly enhances the overall flavor profile of the drink.
