Pop Culture Negroni Twist
A bold and balanced Negroni variation with the addition of a subtle smoky note and a hint of orange zest to keep it intriguing and modern. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, Campari, 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 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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 gin
- 1 oz Campari
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 0.25 oz smoked lapsang souchong tea syrup
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with large ice cubes. Pour in 1 oz gin, 1 oz Campari, 1 oz sweet vermouth, and 0.25 oz smoked lapsang souchong tea syrup.
- Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and slightly dilute.
- Step 3: Strain into a rocks glass over a single large clear ice cube.
- Step 4: Express an orange peel over the drink to release oils, rub the rim with the peel, then place it folded inside the glass as garnish.
