Hell's Belles

A potent, smoky variation of the Negroni. It calls for Mezcal alongside Cynar (replacing Campari for a darker, earthier bitterness) and a robust sweet vermouth, offering a deep and spirit-forward nightcap.

Ingredients:

  • 1¼ oz. mezcal

  • 1½ oz. Cocchi Americano Rosa

  • ½ oz. Campari

Instructions:

  • Stir all of the ingredients with ice to chill, then strain into an ice-filled glass. Twist a piece of grapefruit peel over the drink, then pierce the twist with a rosemary sprig and use as garnish. (Optional: Use a kitchen torch to flame the rosemary sprig until it smokes; extinguish the flame before serving.)

Attribution:

Recipe: Summer Jane Bell, Hello Stranger, Oakland, California
Photo: Lara Ferroni | February 20, 2018
Origin: Imbibe

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