How I Make a Perfect Mezcal Negroni

mezcal

💰Cheaper: tequila

Tequila offers a similar flavor profile at a lower price.

sweet vermouth

🥗Healthier: dry vermouth

💰Cheaper: red wine

Red wine can be a budget-friendly alternative.

Campari

💰Cheaper: Aperol

Aperol is less bitter and often cheaper.

Welcome to the kitchen and introduction to the Mezcal Negroni.

Start with Monte Lobos mezcal, a medium-priced and medium smoky option.

Pour equal portions of mezcal, Campari, and sweet vermouth into the shaker.

Using Coqui de Torino sweet vermouth, pour it into the shaker.

Fill the shaker with ice and stir for about 20 seconds.

Use a strainer to strain the mixture into a double old-fashioned glass filled with large ice cubes.

Discuss the benefits of using large ice cubes for dilution and presentation.

Garnish the drink with an orange peel.

Cooking Techniques

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