The Story Behind The Mexican Summer Negroni

Infusing Campari with fresh strawberries gives it a seasonal kick, and the infusion mixes beautifully with earthy reposado tequila. It’s a great way to make this summery Negroni variation.

Ingredients

  • 1 ounce strawberry-infused Campari (recipe follows)
  • 1 ounce reposado tequila
  • 1 ounce sweet vermouth

Directions

  1. Stir all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice.
  2. Strain, and then pour into a rocks glass with a clear ice cube.

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Updated: 2020-07-29

Strawberry-Infused Campari Ingredients

  • 1 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1 cup Campari

Strawberry-Infused Campari Directions

  1. Combine ingredients and cover. Let them sit, infusing, for 3 days.
  2. Strain mixture into a fresh covered container.
The Mexican Summer Negroni Recipe

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