Tequila Tryst
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Curiada Ingredients
Directions
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Fill old-fashioned glass with ice
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Pour ingredients into glass
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Stir well
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Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass
Cocktail Description
A Mexican twist on the Negroni that replaces gin with aged tequila, creating a cocktail that's simultaneously bold, bitter, and surprisingly complex.
The Tequila Tryst combines the earthy, slightly peppery notes of reposado tequila with Campari's signature bitterness and the rich, herbal character of Punt e Mes vermouth. This combination delivers a sophisticated sipper with flavors of caramel, citrus, herbs, and a pleasantly bitter finish that evolves as the ice slowly melts. It's remarkably simple to make—just pour, stir, and garnish—making it perfect for both cocktail beginners and experienced home bartenders looking for a low-effort, high-reward drink. The Tequila Tryst shines as an aperitif before dinner, especially on warm summer evenings when you want something with more depth than a spritz but less sweetness than a tropical drink. Pair it with Mexican dishes like tacos al pastor, where the tequila complements the pork while the bitterness cuts through fat, or with rich Italian fare like osso buco, where it works similarly to a traditional Negroni.
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