Rosita

Tequila, bitter aperitivo and two styles of vermouth build a layered, spirit-led cocktail. Using both sweet and dry vermouth is central to this published formula, rather than treating either bottle as an optional replacement.

Clear deep amber-red Rosita in a rocks glass over ice with an orange twist.

Active preparation: 3 minutes

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Reposado tequila
  • 30 ml Campari
  • 15 ml Sweet red vermouth
  • 15 ml Dry vermouth
  • 1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters
  • 1 piece Orange peel, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add the reposado tequila, campari, sweet red vermouth, dry vermouth and angostura aromatic bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir smoothly until cold, about 20–30 seconds.
  3. Strain into a chilled rocks over fresh ice.
  4. Finish with an orange twist and serve promptly.