Mars Rising

Named for Scorpio's traditional ruling planet, this crimson libation showcases blood orange-infused gin harmoniously balanced with Campari and sweet vermouth. A touch of cherry liqueur adds depth and mystery to this sophisticated riff on a Negroni.

Ingredients

• 2 oz blood orange-infused gin

• 0.75 oz Campari

• 0.5 oz sweet vermouth

• 0.25 oz cherry liqueur

• 3 drops orange flower water

• Blood orange twist for garnish

  Instructions

1. Prepare blood orange gin 24 hours ahead (750ml gin + 3 sliced blood oranges + zest)

2. Add to mixing glass with ice:

   • Blood orange-infused gin

   • Campari

   • Sweet vermouth

   • Cherry liqueur

   • Orange flower water

3. Stir for 30-40 seconds until well-chilled

4. Strain into chilled nick and nora glass

5. Express blood orange twist over drink and garnish

   Recipe Notes

• Infuse gin 24 hours, strain through cheesecloth

• Orange flower water is potent - use drops only

• Blood oranges provide signature crimson color

• Best served in nick and nora to concentrate aromatics

  Recommended Spirits

• Gin: Tanqueray, Bombay Sapphire

• Vermouth: Carpano Antica Formula, Dolin Rouge

• Cherry Liqueur: Luxardo Maraschino, Cherry Heering