Smoked Orange Negroni

This bold and smoky twist on a classic Negroni uses Curious Elixirs No. 1 as the base, deepened by caramelized cara cara orange and aromatic smoked thyme for a rich, complex flavor.

Smoked Orange Negroni

Ingredients:

• 4 oz Curious Elixirs No. 1

• 1 cara cara orange (for charring and garnish)

• Ice

• 1 sprig thyme (for smoking)

• 1 sprig rosemary (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Light a sprig of thyme with a kitchen torch or over an open flame until it begins to smolder. Place it on a heatproof surface and immediately cover it with an upside-down rocks glass to trap the smoke while you prepare the rest of the drink.

2. Slice a blood orange into rounds and place them on a hot skillet or over an open flame until they develop a deep caramelized char. Let cool slightly.

3. In a mixing glass filled with ice, add Curious Elixirs No. 1, and a squeeze of juice from a charred blood orange slice. Stir until well chilled.

4. Turn the smoked glass right side up, allowing the smoky aroma to escape, then fill it with a large ice cube. Strain the Negroni into the glass.

5. Float a charred blood orange slice on top and optionally add a sprig of rosemary for an aromatic touch.

6. Sip and savor the layers of smoke, citrus, and bitter complexity.

xx,

Lauren (Hodgen)

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Citrus Diaries Studio | Creative Director

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Lauren Hodgen is a passionate food enthusiast and the creative mind behind Citrus Diaries Studio. Since 2018, she has shared her journey of wellness and healing through food, exploring how mindful eating can transform both body and soul. Lauren’s love for wholesome, nourishing ingredients is at the heart of her work, which is designed to inspire others to embrace a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle. Based in Columbus, OH, she creates from the belief that food is not just fuel, but a way to connect with ourselves and the world around us.