Ingredients:

• 1 cup Fresh Blood Orange Juice

• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar

• 1 Rosemary Sprig (optional for a herbal note)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Blood Orange Syrup:

   • Combine blood orange juice, sugar, and rosemary sprig in a small saucepan over medium heat.

   • Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.

   • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the rosemary to infuse.

   • Remove from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.

   • Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove the rosemary.

   • Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

1. Prepare the Glass:

   • Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes.

2. Combine Ingredients:

   • In a mixing glass, add gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, and fresh blood orange juice.

   • Add ice and stir for 20-30 seconds until well-chilled.

3. Strain and Serve:

   • Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass over fresh ice.

4. Garnish:

   • Add a blood orange slice and a sprig of rosemary for a visually striking and aromatic finish.

• Serve immediately while the drink is cold and the vibrant colors are fresh.

• Optional: For a smoky twist, lightly torch the rosemary sprig before garnishing.

• Appetizers: Citrus-marinated olives, rosemary focaccia, smoked almonds.

• Main Course: Grilled salmon with blood orange glaze, rosemary roasted chicken, pasta with lemon and herb sauce.

• Dessert: Blood orange panna cotta, dark chocolate tart, orange zest biscotti.

• Non-Alcoholic Version: Replace gin and vermouth with blood orange soda and a splash of tonic water.

• Spiced Blood Orange Negroni: Add a dash of orange bitters or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added warmth.

• Smoky Negroni: Substitute gin with a smoky mezcal for a more complex, layered flavor profile.