Tonight’s cocktail is related to the recently posted Boulevardier. Traditionally, the Negroni is made with gin, Campari and sweet vermouth. This variation with blanco tequila, Campari and sweet vermouth is a tasty concoction. The Campari adds a citrus-like bitter, the sweet vermouth adds a refined sweetness (of course) and the tequila brings it’s unique agave flavor. Adding a garnish of orange increases the citrus and sweetness – a nice addition which I decided to increase with some Grand Imperial. Ahhh… the bitterness tempered; the sweetness subtle; and the agave bite tamed. Give this one a try… just watch out for the tequila sneaking up on you!

Fill a highball glass halfway with ice. Add the tequila, Campari, Grand Imperial, and vermouth. Stir to combine and garnish with the half orange slice.

Enjoy!