Velvet Negroni

Description: The Velvet Negroni is a sophisticated yet approachable cocktail that marries the rich, herbal bitterness of Campari with the fruity depth of a low-cost red wine. It's a twist on the classic Negroni, substituting gin for red wine, which creates a smoother, velvet-like texture. This cocktail is perfect for those who appreciate a bitter touch but also enjoy the comforting notes of red wine. Ingredients: - 1 oz Campari - 1 oz Sweet Vermouth - 2 oz low-cost Red Wine (preferably a medium-bodied variety like Merlot or a young Cabernet Sauvignon) - Orange twist, for garnish Instructions: 1. Fill a mixing glass with ice. 2. Add the Campari, sweet vermouth, and red wine to the mixing glass. 3. Stir the ingredients together until well chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled rocks glass filled with a large ice cube. 5. Express the oil of an orange twist over the drink and drop it in as a garnish. Glass: Rocks glass