Gin & Tonic's Scarlet Whisper
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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 4.00 fl oz Tonic water
Directions
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Fill Collins glass with ice
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Pour all ingredients into glass
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Lightly stir to combine without losing fizz
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Garnish with orange slice
Cocktail Description
The Gin & Tonic's Scarlet Whisper transforms the classic G&T into a ruby-hued sophisticate with a single pour of Campari.
This visually striking cocktail balances the botanical brightness of Beefeater with Campari's distinctive bitter-orange complexity, all lifted by the effervescence of tonic water. The result is refreshingly crisp yet intriguingly complex—herbaceous gin notes dance with Campari's bittersweet character while the tonic provides a subtle quinine backbone. Perfect for aperitivo hour or summer evenings on the patio, this simple three-ingredient cocktail requires no special equipment or techniques, making it ideal for both novice and experienced home bartenders. The Scarlet Whisper pairs beautifully with Mediterranean-inspired snacks like marinated olives, salted almonds, or prosciutto-wrapped melon, as its bittersweet profile cleanses the palate between bites of savory fare.
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