This Reposado Tequila and Campari Cocktail combines aged tequila with bitter Campari, spicy ginger beer, and a mezcal float for a complex, balanced aperitif with herbal and citrus notes.
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Fill Collins glass 1/2 full with crushed ice.
Add all ingredients.
Swizzle with barspoon until glass is frosted.
Fill to brim with
additional ice.
Garnish with mint.
This cocktail is best consumed immediately; ginger beer carbonation dissipates quickly once mixed.
rocks glass · bar spoon or long spoon · jigger · cocktail strainer (if pre-batching)
Yes, substitute with Aperol (lighter, less bitter) or Cynar (earthier). Campari provides the signature bitter backbone, so use a 1:1 ratio.
Use quality artisanal ginger beer with real ginger spice—brands like Fever-Tree or Q Ginger Beer balance sweetness and heat without overpowering the spirits.
Yes, use simple syrup (1:1 ratio) or agave nectar. Vanilla syrup adds smoothness; omit it if unavailable, though the drink will taste sharper.
Yes, chill a rocks glass with ice for 1-2 minutes before serving to keep the drink cold longer and prevent dilution.
The mezcal float adds smoky complexity and aroma on the nose, elevating the drink's depth without overwhelming the balanced tequila-campari base.
