How to make a Negroni?

Combine gin, vermouth and Campari with ice cubes in a mixing glass and stir well. A Negroni should not be shaken, as the added aeration and shattering of ice will result in a less smooth drink.

What does a Negroni taste like?

A Negroni tastes strong and bitter as well as sweet, smooth and citrusy. This flavor can be enhanced by adding citrusy gin.

How do I make negronis for a crowd?

Negronis are easy to make ahead for a crowd. Simply scale up your recipe to the desired number of portions. Add an additional 30 ml of water per person, as you need additional dilution. Store in the fridge and serve over ice.

Classic Negroni

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"Strong and bitter meet sweet and smooth. If you like strong contrasts, a Negroni is just the thing for you. The Negroni, which is equal parts gin, vermouth and Campari, is said to have been invented by Count Camillo Negroni in 1919 when he asked a bartender to swap the soda water in his Americano for gin. Although it's often served as an aperitif, it's a strong drink that's great for finishing off a meal. You can also swap the gin for bourbon to make a boulevardier or try mezcal for a smoky note."

Difficulty

Easy 👌

Preparation

5 min

Baking

0 min

Resting

0 min

Ingredients

1Servings

MetricImperial

30 ml

Campari

30 ml

sweet vermouth

30 ml

gin

orange peel

ice cubes

Utensils

liquid measuring cup, cutting board, knife

Nutrition per serving

Cal100

Fat0 g

Protein1 g

Carb27 g

Step 1/3
- 30 ml Campari
- 30 ml sweet vermouth
- 30 ml gin
- ice cubes
- liquid measuring cup
Pour Campari, vermouth and gin into a measuring cup or mixing glass, fill up with ice and stir briefly, about 15 seconds.
Step 2/3
Strain the drink into a low glass over fresh ice using a cocktail strainer or small sieve. We recommend using a large ice cube, but any ice will do.
Step 3/3
- ¼ orange peel
- cutting board
- knife
Cut a strip of orange peel, rub it around the rim of the glass, and then garnish your Negroni with it.
Cheers!

FAQ

A Negroni is a strong, bitter-sweet, citrusy cocktail consisting of equal parts gin, vermouth and Campari. It's popular as an aperitif, but can also be enjoyed after a meal. It is typically served in a rocks glass, with ice and orange peel.