Misanthrope Bitter Negroni Twist
A brooding take on the classic Negroni with intensified bitter notes and a smoky finish for the solitary palate. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together mezcal, Campari, and sweet vermouth for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 oz mezcal
- 1 oz Campari
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 strip grapefruit twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with large ice cubes and pour 1 oz mezcal, 1 oz Campari, and 1 oz sweet vermouth.
- Step 2: Stir slowly and thoroughly for 30 seconds until the drink is well chilled and slightly diluted.
- Step 3: Strain into a rocks glass over a single large clear ice cube.
- Step 4: Express a wide strip of grapefruit peel over the surface to release oils and rub the rim with it before resting it on top as garnish.
