Tomatillo Negroni

Description: A bold twist on the classic Negroni, the Tomatillo Negroni uses tequila infused with ripe tomatoes to add an earthy, umami depth. Subtle vegetal notes play against the bitterness of Campari and the botanical flavors of sweet vermouth, creating a cocktail that's both familiar and strikingly original. Ingredients: - 1 oz tomato-infused blanco tequila* - 1 oz Campari - 1 oz sweet vermouth - Pinch of sea salt - Garnish: cherry tomato and basil leaf on skewer Glassware: Old fashioned glass (rocks glass) *To infuse tequila: Slice 2 ripe tomatoes and place in a jar with 1 cup of blanco tequila. Let sit for 8 hours, then strain through a fine mesh. Preparation: 1. Add tomato-infused tequila, Campari, sweet vermouth, and a pinch of sea salt to a mixing glass with ice. 2. Stir until well chilled. 3. Strain into an old fashioned glass filled with a large ice cube. 4. Garnish with a skewered cherry tomato and a basil leaf. Sip and savor the unexpected umami edge, a taste of summer in a glass.