COCKTAIL RECIPES: NEGRONI COCKTAIL

NEGRONI COCKTAIL


NEGRONI COCKTAIL

The Negroni is one of the world’s most iconic cocktails—bold, bitter, and beautifully balanced. Originating in Italy, this aperitif is celebrated for its simplicity, equal-parts formula, and unmistakable ruby-red color.

⭐ What Is a Negroni?

A Negroni is a spirit-forward Italian cocktail made with gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, stirred with ice and finished with an orange peel. It’s complex, bittersweet, and elegant—ideal before dinner.

🍊 Classic Negroni Recipe

Ingredients (1 cocktail)

  • 1 oz (30 ml) gin

  • 1 oz (30 ml) Campari

  • 1 oz (30 ml) sweet vermouth

  • Ice

Garnish

  • Fresh orange peel or orange slice

Instructions

  1. Fill a rocks glass with large ice cubes.

  2. Add gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth.

  3. Stir gently for 20–30 seconds until properly chilled and diluted.

  4. Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink.

  5. Garnish and serve.

🔑 Pro Tips for a Perfect Negroni

  • Use large ice cubes to slow dilution.

  • Choose a balanced gin—London Dry for crispness, or a botanical gin for complexity.

  • A quality sweet vermouth (fresh and refrigerated) makes a major difference.

  • Stir, never shake, to preserve clarity and texture.

🧪 Classic Ratio Variations (Bartender Approved)

Negroni Perfetto

  • 1¼ oz gin

  • 1 oz Campari

  • ¾ oz sweet vermouth
    More spirit-forward and aromatic.

Soft Negroni

  • 1 oz gin

  • ¾ oz Campari

  • 1¼ oz sweet vermouth
    Smoother, slightly sweeter profile.

🔄 Famous Negroni Variations

Negroni Sbagliato

  • Replace gin with chilled prosecco

  • Lighter, sparkling, and festive

Boulevardier

  • Replace gin with bourbon or rye whiskey

  • Richer, warmer flavor

White Negroni

  • Replace Campari with Suze or Lillet Blanc

  • Bright, herbal, and less bitter

Mezcal Negroni

  • Swap gin for mezcal

  • Smoky, bold twist

🍽️ Food Pairings

  • Charcuterie boards

  • Olives and marinated vegetables

  • Aged cheeses (Parmigiano, Pecorino)

  • Crispy fried snacks

📊 Nutritional Snapshot (Approx.)

  • Calories: 180–200

  • Alcohol: Strong (spirit-forward)

  • Sugar: Moderate (from vermouth)

❓ Negroni FAQ

Can I batch Negronis in advance?
Yes. Combine equal parts and refrigerate. Serve over ice with garnish.

How long does sweet vermouth last?
About 4–6 weeks refrigerated after opening.

Is Campari replaceable?
You can substitute Aperol for a milder bitterness, but it changes the character.

🥃 Final Thoughts

The Negroni is a masterclass in balance—bitter, sweet, and strong in perfect harmony. Once you learn the classic, the variations open a world of flavor.

OTHER RECIPES


THE INGREDIENTS

  • 25 ml Gin, 
  • 25 ml Sweet Red Vermouth, 
  • 25 ml Campari, 
  • Orange Peel

HOW TO MAKE A NEGRONI COCKTAIL

Chill rocks glass with ice and soda water.

Fill mixing tin to rim with ice and add in all ingredients. 

Stir with bar spoon for 20 seconds. 

Taste. Add fresh ice to rocks glass and strain the drink into glass. 

Zest glass with orange peel, twist and place in drink.

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