BLOOD ORANGE NEGRONI

Blood Orange Negroni Cocktail

I suppose I can be a bit of a purist at times.  Especially when it comes to classic cocktails.  So I was a bit unsure when first riffing on the classic Negroni by adding blood orange juice to the mix.  After mixing this drink, I think I’ll ease up on the purist vibe.  The blood orange made this deliciously smooth.  The color is outstanding as well.  And the blood orange slice adds something nice to nibble on after soaked in this concoction.  A definite keeper!

Recipe

1 1/2 oz gin

1 oz sweet vermouth

3/4 oz Campari

1/4 blood orange, juiced (~1/2 oz)

Slice of blood orange, for garnish

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker.  Fill the shaker two-thirds full with ice and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled, 15 seconds.  Strain into rocks glass over large ice cube.

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