The Negroni Guide

Timeless Italian Cocktail

Gin | Vermouth | Campari

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Let’s start with
The Classic Negroni recipe

Hello cocktail enthusiasts! Are you, in search of a beverage that strikes the balance between classy and uncomplicated? Look no further than the timeless Negroni. This famous Italian pre dinner drink has stood the test of time for than a hundred years. It's not hard to see why. Comprising three ingredients – gin, Campari and sweet vermouth – the Negroni offers a harmonious blend of bitter, sweet and boozy flavors.

The charm of this cocktail lies in its straightforwardness. No need for fruit concoctions or elaborate syrups. The real magic happens in selecting the components. The rich botanicals of gin mingle with Camparis bitterness softened by a hint of vermouth. It results in a taste profile that's both intricate and deeply gratifying.. The best part? You can customize it endlessly! Prefer sweetness? Adjust the proportions to your liking. Feeling daring? Swap out gin for another spirit to experiment with flavors. Whether you're a drinker or simply curious about cocktails the Negroni is a recipe that belongs in your collection. So grab your mixing glass. Prepare to savor an Italian classic!

Ingredients

  • 1 fluid ounce gin
  • 1 fluid ounce sweet vermouth
  • 1 fluid ounce Campari
  • Orange slice and peel, for garnish
  • Ice

Measurement Conversions: 1 fl oz = 1 shot = 30ml

How To Make

  • In a mixing glass, add ice, gin, vermouth and Campari. Stir until well chilled.
  • Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
  • Express the oil of an orange peel by twisting over the glass or rubbing around the rim, then garnish with an orange slice.

Notes

  • The Gin to Vermouth to Campari Ratio - the classic recipe calls for equal parts of each. However, that was created a century ago and modern palates have since changed. An alternative variation would be 1½ fluid ounces gin, 1 fluid ounce sweet vermouth and ¾ fluid ounces Campari.

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